Dean Huijsen has opened up about his special relationship with José Mourinho, revealing his deep gratitude to the Portuguese manager for giving him the opportunity to take his first steps at the highest level of football.
Huijsen described himself as “lucky” to have met Mourinho at AS Roma, crediting the experienced coach with giving him the chance to break into top-level football. The defender made it clear that Mourinho’s influence has played an important role in his development.
“I’ll always be grateful to Mourinho for this,” Huijsen said, highlighting the lasting impact of the manager on his career.
The pair are now working together again, and Huijsen admitted that being reunited with Mourinho makes the experience even more special. He hopes their renewed relationship will bring success for both of them.
For Huijsen, Mourinho is more than just a former coach — he is someone who helped open the door to elite football.
