Jose Mourinho Eyes Manchester United, Says He’ll not Take Sabbatical
LAGOS DECEMBER 19TH (URHOBOTODAY)-Former Chelsea manager has released the following statement via his commercial agency CAA, following his sacking on Thursday
“He will not be taking a sabbatical, he isn’t tired, he doesn’t need it,” said a statement from the agency which represents the 52-year-old.
“He is very positive and is already looking forward.”
Meanwhile report has it that Jose Mourinho is keen on replacing Louis van Gaal as Manchester United manager.
Sources close to the Portuguese claimed his representatives have already began trying to make it a reality.
Mourinho has long desired to coach United and with Van Gaal under pressure at Old Trafford, the 52-year-old could realise his ambitions.
Mourinho joined Chelsea for a second time when he took over at the Stamford Bridge club in June 2013.
He led them to the Premier League title and League Cup last season and was rewarded with a four-year contract in the summer.
However, Chelsea struggled this season and the club’s technical director Michael Emenalo talked of a “palpable discord between manager and players” following Mourinho’s exit.
“Jose Mourinho is pleased that he returned to Chelsea because he was able to give the fans another Premier League title, which they had not won for many years,” the statement continued.
“He is immensely proud of his eight trophies at Chelsea, and thanks the fans for all their support throughout his two spells at the club.
“During his career, Jose has sometimes chosen to leave a club, but only at Chelsea has the club decided that he should leave.”
