Serie A 2008–09: Inter Milan hire Mourinho as new Head Coach

June 2, 2008 has succeeded as new  Head Coach after signing a 3-year contract with the club.

Inter Milan was quoted on their website saying, "Thanking Roberto Mancini and his staff for the success obtained in four seasons as the leader of the team, all of Internazionale has the great pleasure to welcome Jose Mourinho and his coaches."

Mourinho won the 2002-03 UEFA Cup and 2003-04 with  but failed to repeat this success at