Roma has confirmed the departure of Mourinho after a series of disappointing performances that led them to slide to ninth place in the Serie A standings, marking the end of his tenure at the Stadio Olimpico after two and a half years.
Despite publicly stating his desire to remain at the club, Mourinho’s contract was due to expire in the summer.
Sources close to the situation have informed 90min that Mourinho is currently without any firm plans, with Roma’s decision to part ways being the main factor. However, it is expected that he will receive several offers in the near future.
While Mourinho has been linked with a potential return to the Premier League with former club Chelsea and Newcastle United, any immediate moves to these clubs would be surprising, according to insights from 90min.
At Chelsea, the ownership reportedly intends to give current head coach Mauricio Pochettino time despite a somewhat turbulent start to the season.
They plan to assess his performance no earlier than the summer, leaving Mourinho’s return uncertain. Similarly, Newcastle is said to be backing under-pressure manager Eddie Howe, who has faced a significant injury crisis this season.
In recent months, Mourinho has hinted at the possibility of managing in Saudi Arabia, and sources suggest that he could receive an offer from the Saudi Pro League by the summer if he remains available.
Although Al Hilal previously made a lucrative offer to Mourinho, they are currently performing well under their current manager, making a managerial change unlikely in the near future.
However, clubs like Al Ahli and Al Nassr, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, could be potential destinations for Mourinho.
Additionally, Mourinho may explore opportunities in international management, with several vacancies expected to emerge after major tournaments such as Euro 2024 and the Copa America, leading up to the 2026 World Cup.
Mourinho has expressed willingness to consider the England national team job if Gareth Southgate departs after the Euros, although Southgate has indicated his desire to continue in his role.
