Jose Mourinho sacked by AS Roma after two-and-half years in charge

Jose Mourinho has been sacked after two-and-a-half years in charge at Roma, with Daniele De Rossi set to be named as his replacement.

The Giallorossi have won one of their last six Serie A games and were recently knocked out of the Coppa Italia by city rivals Lazio, where Mourinho was sent off.

They are ninth in Serie A, 22 points behind league leaders Inter Milan.

Mourinho joined Roma in 2021 and spent two-and-a-half years in the role, leading them to the Europa Conference League title in 2022.

The 60-year-old also guided them to the Europa League final last season, where they were defeated by Sevilla on penalties. His contract was due to expire in June.

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An agreement with former Roma captain De Rossi to take over is being finalised. Sky in Italy understands De Rossi will take charge until June, with the club having an option to renew his contract based on achievements and results.

Former Brighton and Chelsea boss Graham Potter, as well as Antonio Conte, were also considered for the role.