New sports director Roma Monchi commented on his decision to move to the Roman club.

The 48-year-old specialist signed with the Romans a contract for four years with the possibility to extend the agreement for another season.

"I am very happy and motivated. I am also grateful for the interest that the club showed to me.

I have a great desire to start working ", - quotes Monchi official website of Roma.

"What brought me to Rome? The potential of the club to achieve important goals. Working in Roma gives me great motivation. I want to thank the fans for approving my candidacy. I will give everything to let Roma be as high as possible. I will not rest until I reach my goals with Roma ".

Note that Monci spent as the sports director of Seville for the last 17 years.