Jose Mourinho wants to reach a third consecutive European Final with Roma, but confirms he ‘did not talk about a contract renewal. I don’t know if I will stay.’
The coach has become increasingly frustrated over his time at the Stadio Olimpico with the limits on investment, caused by the Financial Fair Play settlement agreement with UEFA.
This has left him with a squad that is packed with free agents, often-injured players and academy products.
Speaking to TG1 this evening, Mourinho was asked if he had at least broached the subject of a new contract with the Friedkin family, who own the club.
“I spoke to the Friedkins, but not about a contract renewal,” was his response.
“The last time I spoke to Dan was 10 minutes on the phone after the game with Lazio. I talked to Ryan last week.”
The current contract only runs to the end of the season, so will Mourinho remain at Roma?
“I don’t know.”
The Special One took Roma to their first ever UEFA trophy, winning the Conference League, then reached the Europa League Final last season, losing only on penalties to Sevilla.
“In the history of Roma, it is the first time ever that the club reached two consecutive European Finals. Imagine how difficult that was. If you look at those who made it three in a row, you see some legendary sides. So I say: let’s give it a go!”
There have also been reports that Roma are in negotiations to bring Francesco Totti back to the club in a directorial role.
“Totti is the Number 1 in the history of Roma,” replied Mourinho when asked about a potential collaboration.
“I understand the question, but I must reply in a defensive manner. Seeing as I am famous for being defensive, even if my teams score many goals, I will do it like this: it is something between Francesco and the club.”