Interviews

Sevilla’s Ivan Rakitic: “I would have loved to play for Mourinho.”

Andy Mattioli
SEVILLE, SPAIN - MAY 18: Ivan Rakitic of Sevilla FC looks on during the UEFA Europa League semi-final second leg match between Sevilla FC v Juventus at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on May 18, 2023 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Sevilla midfielder Ivan Rakitic spoke about Roma boss Jose Mourinho in anticipation of the Europa League final.

“I’ve played many times against Mourinho’s teams,” Rakitic told Sky Sport. “t’s a shame we never worked together, it would have been great. I would have loved to get to know him in everyday life, but it was never possible.”

“I respect him a lot. I believe he is one of the best coaches in the history of football. As a team we hope to have fun, but of course we also hope to win.”

Match Center

Cookie Settings