After reportedly rejecting Chelsea’s approach, Jose Mourinho has broken his silence amid claims of interest from Paris Saint-Germain.
PSG are apparently seeking for a new manager after current boss Christophe Galtier failed to impress in the UEFA Champions League, and contact has been made with Mourinho’s agent, Jorges Mendes, according to publications in France.
Last week, it was also reported that Chelsea had made an approach to hire Mourinho after sacking Graham Potter, with the Portuguese not interested in a third stint at Stamford Bridge.
Mourinho still has one year remaining on his contract with Roma, but has opened the door to an exit this summer.
“I don’t talk to friends, comrades, journalists,” Mourinho replied when asked about his future on Monday, May 8.
“If a few months ago our CEO [Pietro] Berardi said he was sure I would stay, that is his interpretation. If this time Mr. Zazzaroni [a journalist] said what he said is an interpretation of him, I’m not talking to anyone.
“The situation is clear, from a contractual point of view I still have one year on my contract. Football is football, sometimes contracts aren’t the most important thing. “All good, all calm, the next one is always the most important game.”
Walter Sabatini, former Roma sporting director, believes there is every chance Mourinho stays with the club.
He told Sky Sport:
“Those who have hired Mourinho know perfectly his behavior. However, it is difficult to say that he wants to leave.
“For now, however, he is achieving results. Of course, it will depend on how the season ends, but Roma have the chance of reaching the final of the Europa League.
“Mourinho has done a great job. Let’s not forget the injuries.”