In 2008, Sulley Muntari's performance at the Africa Cup of Nations caught the attention of Jose Mourinho, who was looking for players to enhance his Inter Milan squad. Following a successful stint at Portsmouth, where he helped secure an FA Cup victory, Muntari's talent on the field led to Mourinho reaching out to him directly. The swift communication resulted in Muntari's enthusiastic agreement to join the Italian club, highlighting Mourinho's persuasive management style and ability to attract top talent. Muntari's journey showcases the allure of Mourinho's coaching in the football world during that era.
Mourinho was in Ghana during the 2008 Africa Cup of Nations. I was also with Portsmouth at that time so we played against his Chelsea side and we were good.
After the African Cup, during pre-season for my second season [at Portsmouth] my agent called me and said, 'Maybe, maybe, maybe Inter Milan will call you'.
So when I got home, the same day I got a call from Jose and he said, 'You want to come play for me?' I said, 'Yes sir'.
He replied, 'I'll see you in Milan tomorrow'. He just put the phone down. That's it, then I signed.
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