Paulo Dybala Honors Mourinho as Roma Contract Talk Advances

Mourinho’s Role in Dybala’s Arrival at the Eternal City

Paulo Dybala’s upcoming contract renewal with Roma is shaping up to be a highlight of the summer transfer window. In a candid interview given to YouTuber Davoo, the Argentine forward credited José Mourinho as the main catalyst for his move to the Italian capital. Dybala described Mourinho as “a genius and a great person,” emphasizing how the manager’s respectful approach and genuine care helped him settle into life in Rome. “Thanks to him, I arrived in the capital,” Dybala added, noting that the city’s fans quickly fell in love with Mourinho’s leadership.

Tracking El Ayanoui’s World Cup Run from Roma’s Line‑up

While discussing his own prospects, Dybala also highlighted teammate El Ayanoui, who has become a key figure for Morocco during the current World Cup. He praised the young player’s tournament performance, saying he’s “having a great World Cup” and that he’s been following his progress closely. Dybala’s endorsement goes beyond skill, noting that El Ayanoui is “also a good guy” on and off the pitch. The commentary comes as Roma looks to integrate its Morocco international into a squad that already features several world‑class talents.

Revisiting the Europa League Final and a Controversial Referee Call

Dybala’s interview also revisited the painful Europa League final loss to Sevilla, a match still fresh in Roma’s memory. He acknowledged the infamous handball incident, labeling it “absurd,” but pointed out that officiating decisions went beyond that single moment. According to Dybala, the referee failed to issue cards for several “strange” calls and was “very lenient with some Sevilla players.” He believes a penalty for the handball could have flipped the outcome, adding that the defeat “really hurt” him. The match, held at the Atatürk Olympic Stadium, remains a talking point as Roma looks to secure silverware in future campaigns.