AS Roma has officially ended its association with head coach Jose Mourinho following a disappointing string of results. Despite Mourinho’s popularity among Giallorossi fans, the decision was made after Roma managed to secure just one victory in their last six Serie A matches, placing them in the ninth position in the league.
Daniele De Rossi, a former Roma captain, is poised to step in as Mourinho’s interim successor. However, the club has larger aspirations, aiming to secure the services of former Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on a permanent basis at the conclusion of the season.
In an official statement, AS Roma expressed gratitude to Mourinho for his dedication and efforts during his tenure. The club acknowledged the fond memories created with Mourinho at the helm but emphasized the necessity for an immediate change in the best interests of the team.
The statement further conveyed well-wishes to Mourinho and his coaching staff in their future endeavors. Mourinho, who took charge of Roma in 2021, had a noteworthy two-and-a-half-year stint. He achieved success by guiding the team to the Europa Conference League title in 2022 and leading them to the Europa League final last season, albeit falling short as they were eliminated by Sevilla in a penalty shootout.
The decision to part ways with Mourinho underscores the competitive nature of football management, where performance expectations are high. With De Rossi taking the interim role, all eyes are on the potential appointment of Antonio Conte, signaling Roma’s ambition to bring in an experienced and successful figure to steer the club toward a brighter future.
