Jose Mourinho struck Roma deal in secret meeting just days after Tottenham sacking

05/05/2021

Mourinho secures quick return to management with Roma

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Jose Mourinho allegedly received the call from Roma just five days after his sacking at Tottenham, meaning the surprise announcement was just under two weeks in the making. Roma confirmed yesterday that Mourinho would be taking over from Paulo Fonseca at the end of the current season.

Supporters and the media were confused by the unexpected nature of Roma’s tweet, which confirmed that they’d reached an agreement with Mourinho.

The former Spurs boss has wasted no time in jumping back into management, although he will be given several months to rest and prepare for his new project.

It was just over two weeks ago that Daniel Levy informed him that his time was up in north London.

And according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Mourinho received a call just five days later from his new club before a secret meeting was held with the Giallorossi.

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“We were really surprised but we were told they were working on it,” Romano told CBS Sports.

“Five days after the sacking from Tottenham he received a call from sporting director Tiago Pinto.

“He met with him in Portugal and that’s how they completed the agreement.

“Mourinho is really buzzing to start and it’s so curious to see Jose back in Italy.”

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Mourinho even sported a new Roma phone case yesterday on social media, as he proudly confirmed his next venture.

Speaking on Instagram, he paid tribute to the club’s supporters and the board’s ambition to drive Roma forward to the summit of Italian football.

“I thank the Friedkin family for choosing me to lead this great club and for making me part of their vision,” he said.

“After comparing myself with the property and with Tiago Pinto I immediately understood how high the ambition of this society is.

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“This aspiration and this drive are the same ones that have always motivated me and together we want to build a winning path for years to come.

“The incredible passion of Roma’s fans has convinced me to take the job and I can’t wait to start next season.

“At the same time, I wish Paulo Fonseca all the best and I ask the media to understand that I will only release statements in due time. Go Rome!”

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