The Italian manager is aiming to get the better of Juventus in the their glamour Europa League group match at Eastlands.
While pleased with the progress his side are making - they defeated reigning champions Chelsea in the Barclays Premier League on Saturday - he maintains there is a lot of work ahead.
Mancini said: "I think we can create a special team in six months. We need time to improve day by day to change the mentality. We must start winning consistently. That is important."
Juventus are also a side in transition and Mancini has not ruled out the possibility of returning home to coach them one day. "Why not, football is like that, " he said.
"I have never been an enemy of Juventus. I was a huge fan for years when I was a child so I have great respect for the club and the players.
"It will be a special match as it is the first time I am coaching an English team against Juventus.
"Obviously I miss home, as anyone would, but I am happy here. This is where I am living and working."
Source: PA
Source: PA