ROME – José Mourinho was hired Tuesday to coach Italian club Roma starting next season. The move came a few hours after the club’s American owners announced that current coach Paulo Fonseca will depart at the end of this season.
Mourinho's contract is for three seasons. “We are thrilled and delighted to welcome José Mourinho into the AS Roma family,” club president Dan Friedkin and vice president Ryan Friedkin said. “A great champion who has won trophies at every level, José will provide tremendous leadership and experience to our ambitious project. “The appointment of José is a huge step in building a long-term and consistent winning culture throughout the club.” Mourinho previously coached in Serie A at Inter Milan, leading the Nerazzurri