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Roma open talks for Jose Mourinho’s new deal

Andy Mattioli
ROME, ITALY - DECEMBER 10: Jose Mourinho, Head Coach of AS Roma, looks on prior to the Serie A TIM match between AS Roma and ACF Fiorentina at Stadio Olimpico on December 10, 2023 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Roma are said to have began preliminary discussions revolving around Jose Mourinho’s contractual situation.

After expressing his willingness to remain in the Italian capital, Mourinho is now reportedly involved in these preliminary discussions with the Giallorossi.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Dan Friedkin’s recent attendance at Stadio Olimpico of Roma-Fiorentina is a sign of the American owner wanting to make the first step toward Mourinho.

The newspaper claims Roma are open to the possibility of extending the Special One’s stay: the only obstacle for the moment appears to be the duration of the new deal in question – Roma want to offer Mourinho an additional year, whereas the Portuguese technician would prefer two years’ worth.

However, as things stand, discussions are expected to continue to unfold across the next few weeks.

So far, Mourinho has dismissed all interest from abroad including Saudi Arabia.

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