He should resign - Former Fenerbahçe player slams Mourinho

He should resign - Former Fenerbahçe player slams Mourinho

Hassan Abdulsalam 20:51 - 28.05.2025

Demirel doubts the Portuguese manager's suitability to lead the Turkish club next season.

Volkan Demirel believes the Portuguese manager is unfit to lead the Turkish club into next season.

Volkan Demirel has been one of José Mourinho's most vocal critics. The former Fenerbahçe goalkeeper has again advocated for the Portuguese manager's departure from the Turkish club.

What Demirel said

Speaking to Asist Analiz, Demirel argued that Mourinho's successor should be someone familiar with Fenerbahçe's DNA.

"Mourinho should resign. When you start a job, you make all sorts of promises. It's when you leave that you see someone's true character. Fenerbahçe can't start next season with José Mourinho," he stated.

"I want to be at Fenerbahçe more than anyone. I have a career plan. I'm preparing for it. It could happen today, tomorrow, or in 10 years. I'm ready. I won't be Mourinho's assistant," he added.

Mourinho's contract with Fenerbahce began on July 1, 2024, and runs until June 30, 2026. High expectations surround his performance, especially as Fenerbahçe trails Super Lig champion Galatasaray by 11 points with one match remaining, following their 4-2 defeat to Hatayspor.

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