Overview
- The appointment ends the interim spell of Sergio Alegre following Felix Sanchez’s dismissal on October 15.
- Reports differ on duration, with some stating a deal through summer 2028 and others citing an agreement to 2026 with an option to extend.
- Compensation is reported at about €5 million through 2025‑26, rising to €8 million annually if extended, for roughly €21 million over two and a half years.
- Mancini is expected to make his debut on November 24 away to Al‑Wahda in the AFC Champions League.
- His staff will include Cesar and Massimo Maccarone, who are set to join him in Doha.