Jose Mourinho, the Roma manager, has clarified that an Instagram post showing him and his team hugging an unseen player was not meant as a provocation towards the club’s hierarchy, even though he expressed his concerns about the team’s situation.
The post surfaced after Roma was unable to secure a new striker, leaving them without a suitable replacement for Tammy Abraham, who suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury earlier in the year.
Mourinho, speaking to Corriere dello Sport, stated, “The post wasn’t meant to provoke. Things aren’t perfect right now, but my frustration only lasts a short while before I try to see the positive side.”
He further commented on the vacant striker position, noting that even if superstar Kylian Mbappe were to join the team soon, it would still be considered late.
The picture was shared after Roma wrapped up their pre-season training in Portugal. Tammy Abraham, the 25-year-old English forward, had been stretchered off the field in a match against Spezia in June, and he isn’t anticipated to return until the end of 2023.
Although Roma expressed interest in acquiring Spain’s Alvaro Morata and Italy’s Gianluca Scamacca, both moves fell through. Morata continues to play for Atletico Madrid, while Scamacca seems to be heading to Atalanta, a rival Italian club, from West Ham.
Addressing the challenges post Abraham’s injury, Mourinho said, “No coach would envy our current situation. While I’m not thrilled, implying I’m at odds with the club is misleading.”
He added that there’s an ideal replacement he has in mind, but the possibility of acquiring him has been dismissed.
Roma, who finished sixth in Serie A last season, will kick off their 2023-24 season against Salernitana on 20 August.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about fokus keyword: Mourinho Instagram Controversy
What did Jose Mourinho post on Instagram that caused a stir?
Mourinho shared a picture of him and his team hugging an unseen player, which was perceived by some as a provocative gesture towards the Roma hierarchy due to the team’s inability to secure a new striker after Tammy Abraham’s injury.
Has Roma managed to secure a replacement for the injured Tammy Abraham?
No, while Roma had shown interest in strikers like Alvaro Morata and Gianluca Scamacca, both deals fell through.
How long is Tammy Abraham expected to be out of play?
Tammy Abraham is not anticipated to return until the end of 2023 after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
Did Mourinho confirm that the Instagram post was meant to provoke Roma’s executives?
No, Mourinho clarified that the post was not intended as a provocation towards the club’s hierarchy.
Which teams are set to play during Roma’s 2023-24 season kickoff?
Roma will commence their 2023-24 season against Salernitana on 20 August.
5 comments
whys everyone always on Mourinhos case? He just wants a strong team to compete, cant blame him.
Feel really bad for tammy. hope he recovers soon and comes back stronger. Such talent 🙁
So Mourinho’s back with his classic mind games, huh? lol Just another day in the football world.
Roma’s been having a tough time with transfers recently… They need to step up if they wanna get back on top.
Remember when Mourinho was with Chelsea? Miss those days. Roma’s lucky to have him, even with all the drama.