Roma announced Mourinho’s departure following a string of poor results that saw the team drop to ninth place in the Serie A table, marking the end of his two-and-a-half year tenure at the Stadio Olimpico.
Despite Mourinho publicly expressing his desire to remain at the club, his contract was set to expire in the summer.
Sources have indicated that Mourinho currently has no concrete plans following his exit from Roma, with the decision to part ways largely driven by the club. However, despite his uncertain immediate future, Mourinho is expected to receive numerous offers.
Recent reports have linked Mourinho with a potential return to the Premier League, with former club Chelsea and Newcastle United mentioned as potential destinations.
it is understood that any imminent moves to these clubs would be surprising, with no firm agreements in place at this stage.
Chelsea’s ownership appears inclined to exercise patience with current head coach Mauricio Pochettino, despite the team’s inconsistent performances this season.
They are reportedly keen to assess Pochettino’s progress at least until the summer, as he faces scrutiny from the fanbase amid concerns about their performance in the Carabao Cup.
Similarly, Newcastle is inclined to give more time to their manager Eddie Howe, who has been dealing with a significant injury crisis this season.
Mourinho has previously expressed interest in managing in Saudi Arabia, and it is believed that he could receive an offer from the Saudi Pro League by the summer if he remains without a club.
Al Hilal had previously offered Mourinho a lucrative contract, but their current success and position at the top of the table make a managerial change unlikely in the near future.
However, clubs like Al Ahli and Al Nassr, where Cristiano Ronaldo plays, may still consider Mourinho for managerial positions.
Another potential avenue for Mourinho could be international management, with several vacancies expected to arise after major tournaments such as Euro 2024 and the Copa America, leading up to the 2026 World Cup.
Jose Mourinho is reportedly open to taking on the England job should Gareth Southgate depart after the Euros, although Southgate has expressed a desire to continue in his role.
