If there is a voice authorized to speak of Roma, that is Francesco Totti. The top scorer in the history of the Italian club and one of its greatest legends has made no secret of his satisfaction this Thursday at the arrival of Mourinho to the bench of the club of his loves. The former Romanista striker scored 307 goals with the Italian capital's team jersey, but it has the thorn of not having been digested by the Portuguese. If I wish I had been trained by him? When I was younger, yes, “he told the media. The coach replied on social media:” Thank you for your words, Francesco. It's a shame he was four years late. Training you would have been a pleasure. “
Previously, the former Italian striker had already left a resounding message to endorse Mourinho's arrival at Roma. “When Mourinho arrives, he will speak his mind, but we have hired the best coach in the world.”
Hours later, Mourinho took advantage of his Instagram profile to respond to Totti, showing him his gratitude and admiration: “Thank you for your words Francesco, it is a pity that I was 4 years late …. Training you would have been a pleasure.”
Just 5 days after losing to Manchester United in the Europa League semi-finals, Roma announced the hiring of Mourinho until 2024. Still with the season unfinished, the Italian club decided to give a coup after the bulky elimination of the European competition to announce the arrival of the Portuguese to the bench of the Olympic of Rome, replacing his compatriot Paulo Fonseca.