Monchi as their new sporting director.
The Spaniard – celebrated for his work in LaLiga
with Sevilla over the past two decades – has
signed a four-year contract, with an option for a
fifth year.
Monchi will begin working in the Italian capital
with immediate effect, having been long linked to
the Serie A club.
"I would like to thank Roma president Jim Pallotta
and the club's executive team for giving me this
opportunity," the 48-year-old former goalkeeper
told Roma's official website.
"This is an exciting project and I look forward to
serving the supporters, staff and players at this
iconic club for many years to come."
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— AS Roma English (@ASRomaEN) April
24, 2017
Monchi spent his entire playing career with Sevilla
and became sporting director shortly after being
appointed to the club's management staff in 2000.
During a tenure famed for shrewd transfer-market
dealings, Sevilla won a record five Europa Leagues,
including three in succession between 2014 and
2016, two Copa del Reys, the Supercopa de Espana
and the UEFA Super Cup.
He was also instrumental in bringing in current
head coach Jorge Sampaoli, who has been linked
to the vacant post with the Argentina national team
since it was announced Monchi would leave Sevilla
at the end of March.
"I couldn't be happier with this appointment as
Monchi is widely regarded as one of the best
minds in world football," Pallotta said.
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