Ali Koc, the president of Fenerbahce, has expressed confidence in Jose Mourinho’s ability to lead the team despite recent challenges. Fenerbahce trails Galatasaray by eight points in the Turkish Super Lig after 17 matches in Mourinho’s debut season. Additionally, they are positioned 21st in the Europa League standings, making progression to the knockout stages difficult.
Koc remains optimistic about Mourinho’s long-term impact on the club. “Whether we are there or not, Jose Mourinho must continue in his duty,” Koc stated to reporters. He emphasised their commitment to stability and belief in Mourinho’s quality, saying, “As far as the coach is concerned, we will continue with the coach as long as we live.”
Mourinho recently criticised refereeing standards in the Turkish Super Lig, labelling them a “scandal” and describing the league as “toxic.” This came after Galatasaray secured a contentious 2-1 win over Goztepe, adding pressure on Mourinho. Despite these issues, he aims to recover when Fenerbahce faces Kasimpasa in the Turkish Cup on Thursday. “Jose Mourinho Critiques Toxic Environment In Turkish Super Lig After Controversial Galatasaray Victory” The team is also preparing for an important league match against Konyaspor four days later. These upcoming fixtures present opportunities for Fenerbahce to regain momentum under Mourinho’s guidance.
