Jose Mourinho's shame at earning £10m as Inter Milan manager

19 May 2010 09:51
Funny money: Inter Milan boss Mourinho scoops £10m over 12 months[LNB]Jose Mourinho claims quitting Champions League finalists Inter Milan would not be a 'question of money' but personal satisfaction. [LNB]Mourinho said he felt 'ashamed to earn so much in the credit crunch' with the Serie A giants, but insisted he needed to 'feel respect in a footballing country where I have had many problems'. [LNB]With sponsorships, the former Chelsea boss is paid an eye-watering £10million a year - while Madrid are offering him just £5m. [LNB]But for the last three months the Special One has been feuding with the Italian media, who have been critical of his attitude and tactics, and he has earned several touchline bans. [LNB]Speculation has been mounting in recent weeks that Mourinho will leave and head for Real Madrid after the Champions League final against Bayern Munich on Saturday. [LNB]Italian newspapers reported that Mourinho had not renewed his two children's places at their international school. [LNB]Speaking at an Inter press day at the training ground at Appiano Gentile, Mourinho said: 'It's not a problem of contract or money. In fact, I am ashamed to earn what I do in these times of crisis. [LNB]'I am not changing from what I said a few days ago. I am not coach of Real Madrid. [LNB]'After the final I want two or three days to think about my future. Saturday's result will not influence my decision. I am free to decide what to do with my career. [LNB]'Inter don't owe me anything - have done what I was supposed to do. I have given everything to Inter. [LNB]'I am not under any pressure. I have a week to decide what to do. I would like to coach Portugal but not now, a long, long time in the future.' [LNB]He added: 'Inter could not do any more for me to make me feel important.'[LNB] Work to do: Mourinho prepares his players for the Champions League final[LNB] Liverpool boss Rafa Benitez set to meet Inter Milan chief over taking Jose Mourinho's job in the summer THE LIST: Top 50 managerial quotes of all time Nos 30-21Jose is a champion yet again! Tearful One a trophy away from trebleInter will splash cash on Gerrard in bid to keep boss Mourinho at San SiroGet Lampard! Jose tells Madrid to make Chelsea star his first Real signingCHELSEA FC

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