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Maurizio Sarri piles the pressure on rival Jose Mourinho already as the Lazio boss claims second would be a 'disappointment' for Roma - after a summer of big spending bringing in Matic, Dybala and Wijnaldum

Maurizio Sarri has heaped heaped expectations on Roma boss Jose Mourinho for this year's Serie A campaign.

The former Chelsea boss is currently in charge at Serie A club Lazio, and ahead of the new season didn't waste any time in engaging in a war of words with his old rival.

Speaking at a press conference ahead of team's second game of the Serie A campaign as they play host to Bologna, Sarri spoke about the expectations on the Europa Conference League winners following a successful transfer window:

'If someone spent money this summer it's Roma.