Inter tried a sensational Mourinho return before Chivu decision
José Mourinho of Fenerbahce gestures during the Super Lig match between Galatasaray and Fenerbahce at Rams Park, Istanbul, Turkey on February 24, 2025.
Before choosing Cristian Chivu, Inter had reportedly made a remarkable attempt to bring Jose Mourinho back to San Siro from Fenerbahce.
The Nerazzurri found themselves needing a new coach after Simone Inzaghi accepted the huge offer from Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League.
The coach flew out this afternoon to Saudi Arabia to begin his new job, having signed the contract in Paris this week.
Inter are set to sign his replacement Chivu this evening on a two-year contract, having missed out on first choice Cesc Fabregas of Como.
Mourinho was on Inter list before Chivu
According to Repubblica newspaper, there was another candidate who was app...