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Villas-Boas praises Mora's potential under Gasperini at Roma

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 9:15 AM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Villas-Boas praises Mora's potential under Gasperini at Roma

Summary

Andre Villas-Boas believes Rodrigo Mora has the talent to become world class while playing under Gian Piero Gasperini at AS Roma. Speaking at the European Football Clubs assembly, he highlighted Mora's technical quality and personality, noting a decision to sell was due to competitive issues at Porto. Mora's transfer to Roma cost approximately €50 million, reflecting the club's ambition despite recent financial caution. Villas-Boas expressed confidence that Gasperini's tactical expertise will maximize Mora's abilities.

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Key Details

•Villas-Boas rates Mora as an immense talent for AS Roma.
•Mora's transfer cost Roma €50 million, with €25 million paid upfront.
•Villas-Boas cites competitive playing time as a reason for Mora's exit from Porto.
•Gasperini's coaching is seen as pivotal for Mora's development.
•Villas-Boas previously managed in top European competitions.

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Andre Villas-Boas believes Rodrigo Mora has the technical quality to reach the very top, and that Gian Piero Gasperini is the coach to get him there.Speaking to Corriere dello Sport in Copenhagen at t...
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