In the summer of 2008, Sulley Muntari’s career was at a crossroads. Fresh off an impressive performance at the Africa Cup of Nations, he was making waves at Portsmouth under Harry Redknapp. But he had no idea that one phone call would change everything.
One afternoon in training, Muntari delivered a series of pinpoint crosses, prompting Redknapp to chuckle and say, “That’s why a top club like Inter wants you.” Those words proved prophetic. Later that day, his phone rang. It was José Mourinho.
“You want to play for me?” the Portuguese tactician asked.
Without hesitation, Muntari responded, “Yes.”
“Good. I’ll see you in Milan tomorrow.”
And just like that, his path was set. The next day, he was in Italy, signing for Inter Milan. Under Mourinho’s guidance, Muntari became a key figure in a dominant Nerazzurri side, winning the Serie A in his debut season. The pinnacle came in 2010 when he helped Inter achieve an unprecedented treble—Serie A, Coppa Italia, and the UEFA Champions League.
A single call, a single decision, and history was made.
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