Mourinho reflects on Roma's Conference League triumph as career highlight

José Mourinho has spoken again about AS Roma, revisiting one of the most painful moments from his time at the club. The former Roma manager referenced a controversial match between Seville and Roma, apparently critiquing a decision or incident involving match official Taylor. Mourinho's remarks suggest lingering frustration over how the encounter was handled. The specific details of what Mourinho said and the full context of the Seville-Roma match remain unclear from the available information. His comments reflect the lasting impact certain decisions have had on his memory of his Roma tenure.

Journalists and former players from Rome's radio stations discussed Roma's transfer activity and the Greenwood situation. Lorenzo Pes from Tele Radio Stereo reported that Greenwood has no agreement with Fenerbahce but Roma is advanced in negotiations with the player. However, the deal is postponed until after 30 June for accounting reasons. Pes explained: "If you need to record profit sales by the end of the month, you cannot present yourself with a €50 million purchase on 28 June." According to Pes, a private agreement exists stipulating that from 1 July, the asking price for Greenwood's exit will be €60 million. He noted that Marseille is currently requesting €55 million, making little practical difference between now and ten days later. Roberto Pruzzo from Radio Radio addressed speculation about defending Koné, suggesting Roma should not erect barriers to departures during a difficult period for Italian football. Pruzzo indicated he was pleased Greenwood lacks market interest elsewhere, warning that a more affluent club could otherwise offer superior terms. He suggested that if Koné, described as a good player, attracts attention from Atlético Madrid—a club willing to spend when targeting a player—departure would be inevitable. The radio discussion reflected broader debate about Roma's summer market strategy and player retention.

Pier Paolo Mariani, the historic surgeon who operated on Francesco Totti and many Roma players, has shared memories of treating the Roma legend in an interview with Corriere della Sera. Mariani performed two operations on Totti — one on his ankle and another on his cruciate ligament. He revealed that Totti feared syringes and operating rooms, and was reassured during procedures by his fitness trainer Vito Scala. After Totti's February 2006 injury, the player initially believed his World Cup dream was over, telling Mariani: "Professor, listen, it's better if I don't fool myself." However, national team coach Marcello Lippi visited Totti and promised: "I'll wait for you at all costs," which restored his hope. Mariani provided reassurance with concrete calculations, telling Totti: "You will play," and demonstrating his recovery timeline. Totti trained intensively — sometimes eight to ten hours daily — and not only recovered in time for the 2006 World Cup but became world champion with Italy. Mariani recalled watching Totti's early tournament matches with anxiety before relaxing as the player's form improved. He emphasized his own modest role, stating: "I was happy for him, not for me. I hadn't done anything particularly special." Totti's mother, Fiorella, later wrote a letter of gratitude to Mariani, expressing her immense gratitude for enabling her son to achieve his World Cup dream "against all odds."