Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho has been introduced as the new Fenerbahce coach, signing a two-year contract.

Thousands of fans flocked to the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium in Istanbul to witness the official unveiling of Jose Mourinho as the new manager of Turkish giants Fenerbahce. The 61-year-old Portuguese coach has signed a two-year deal with the Super Lig side, marking his return to the football scene after being sacked by Roma earlier this year.

Mourinho, who had previously managed Roma for two-and-a-half years, addressed the passionate Fenerbahce supporters in the Kadikoy district of Istanbul. He expressed his gratitude for the love and support he has received even before achieving any victories with the club. Mourinho emphasized his commitment to the team, stating that he now considers himself a part of the Fenerbahce family.

The experienced manager also spoke about his desire to contribute to Turkish football and the improvement of the Turkish league. However, he made it clear that his primary focus is on Fenerbahce and their success. Mourinho’s appointment comes after Fener missed out on the league title to their bitter rivals Galatasaray by a mere three points.

In his previous stint at Roma, Mourinho led the team to two sixth-place finishes in Serie A and guided them to consecutive European finals. They emerged victorious in the UEFA Europa Conference League in 2022, defeating Feyenoord, but fell short in the UEFA Europa League final in 2023 against Sevilla.

Prior to his appointment at Fenerbahce, Mourinho had been working as a pundit for TNT Sports, providing analysis for the UEFA Champions League final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid. The former Madrid manager witnessed his former club secure a 2-0 victory at Wembley Stadium, clinching their 15th European crown.

Mourinho’s arrival at Fenerbahce has generated immense excitement among the fans, who are eager to see their team reach new heights under his leadership. With his wealth of experience and proven track record, Mourinho’s appointment is seen as a significant step towards achieving success in both domestic and European competitions. The fans’ dreams are now intertwined with Mourinho’s, as they hope for a prosperous era for Fenerbahce.