Jose Mourinho set for talks over huge-money deal to manage new club with massive budget and could be joined by Neymar
JOSE MOURINHO is set for talks over a big-money move to Saudi Arabia, according to reports.
The Portuguese coach has 12 months remaining on his contract at Roma.
Rumours have continued to persist about a potential exit, however, after failing to qualify for the Champions League during two seasons in charge.
According to Foot Mercato, Saudi side Al-Hilal have made Mourinho their No1 target to take over as manager.
They are ready to offer him a highly-lucrative contract to move to the Middle East.
And they are said to be willing to give Mourinho, 60, a big say in transfers.
The former Chelsea manager has also been linked with Al-Ahli, with a meeting reportedly set to take place in London this week.
Roma want to keep Mourinho, but are claimed to be bracing themselves for his possible exit by drafting a list of potential successors.
The Saudi Pro League is making a huge push to sign renowned world stars this summer.
Cristiano Ronaldo got the ball rolling by signing for Al-Nassr, while his former Real Madrid colleague Karim Benzema joined Al-Ittihad.
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Chelsea ace N’Golo Kante is also on the verge of a big-money Saudi switch to Al-Ittihad.
While Al-Ahli are claimed to be targeting Manchester City ace Riyad Mahrez.
Should Mourinho move to Saudi Arabia, he could potentially work with Neymar.
The Brazilian is being targeted by Al-Hilal this summer, after the Saudi side missed out on Lionel Messi to Inter Miami.
Al-Hilal representatives reportedly flew to Paris on Friday in the hope of striking a deal for Neymar.
