AS Roma’s manager José Mourinho has pointed out the stark differences in transfer spending capabilities between his club and the likes of Manchester City. Mourinho referenced the recent situation with Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips, who was acquired for a hefty fee of €80 million, and is now, according to City’s manager Pep Guardiola, better off leaving the club.
Mourinho expressed his perspective on the challenges faced by AS Roma in the transfer market, emphasizing the difficulty his club encounters when attempting to sign new players. This contrasted with the financial muscle of Manchester City, which allows them to make expensive signings with relative ease.
Kalvin Phillips, who is currently a player at Liverpool and operates as a defender, is an English national playing in the Premier League. Mourinho’s comments highlight the economic disparities that exist within European football, particularly in the transfer strategies of clubs.