José Mourinho has been sacked by AS Roma after two and a half years in charge. Daniele De Rossi has been named as his replacement.

The AS Roma’s decision to part ways with head coach Jose Mourinho comes as no surprise to many following the team’s poor run of form. With just one win in their last six Serie A games and a disappointing ninth place in the league, the Giallorossi found themselves in dire straits. To add to the situation, their recent elimination from the Coppa Italia by city rivals Lazio and Mourinho’s subsequent sending off only exacerbated the mounting pressure.

Mourinho, who took over the managerial helm in 2021, enjoyed some success with the club, including leading them to the Europa Conference League title in 2022. However, the 60-year-old’s tenure was not without its setbacks, as evidenced by their defeat in the Europa League final last season to Sevilla in a heart-wrenching penalty shootout.

In the wake of Mourinho’s departure, the appointment of former Roma captain Daniele De Rossi as his successor has garnered significant attention and interest. De Rossi is set to take the reins until June, with the possibility of contract renewal based on his achievements and the team’s results.

Notably, the decision to relieve Mourinho of his duties was not impulsive; the club’s ownership deliberated thoroughly, taking into account the trajectory of the entire season, particularly the recent month. This significant change in leadership is seen as an opportunity for the club to pivot and chart a new course.

As AS Roma regroups following this managerial shake-up, the spotlight now shifts to the upcoming match against 18th-placed Verona, which promises to be a critical test for the team amidst these transformative times.