Roma officially confirmed the appointment of Ramon Rodriguez Verdejo to the position of sports director of the club.

Monchi, who immediately starts work, signed a four-year contract with the option of renewing for another year.

"We welcome Monchi in our family and look forward to a long and fruitful cooperation. This is the beginning of a new era in the club.

I am very pleased with this appointment, because Monchy is rightfully considered one of the best minds in world football, "said Roma President Jim Pallotta.

Monchi himself added: "I would like to thank Romanian President Jim Palotto and the club directors for giving me the opportunity. This is an exciting project, and I'm looking forward to working for the fans, staff and players of this iconic club ".

For the past 17 years, Monchi has held as the sports director of Seville.