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Roma seal deal for Sevilla sporting director Monchi

The Spaniard, seen as the architect of recent domination of the Europa League by his former employers, has completed a move to the Serie A club

Roma have confirmed the appointment of Monchi as their new sporting director.

The Spaniard – celebrated for his work in La Liga 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.