Roberto Mancini has been introduced as the new coach of the Saudi Arabian national football team. The technician left the Italian national team just a few weeks ago, as it seems that the reason for the decision was no more and no less than 30 million euros, which is his new salary.
At the presentation in Riyadh, Mancini explained that he was contacted by the Arabs only after leaving Italy. in Italy. We are here for the moment, then others will join, we have enough time to do everything", said the 58-year-old first.
Now Mancini has become the highest paid coach in the world with 30 million euros per season, with a contract until 2027. In his speech, the coach did not leave without mentioning the victory of Saudi Arabia against Argentina, as in this way Italy kept the record with 37 games without loss.
"I want to thank the players who beat Argentina, allowing Italy to keep their unbeaten record of 37 matches. I think the players have improved a lot in the last 10 years, we want to become the best in Asia and it will take work, but also a good atmosphere", declared Mancini.