Jose Mourinho has expressed that he is always downcasted when Manchester United doesn’t achieve favorable results despite exiting the club in 2018.
Mourinho noted that he departed the Old Trafford side with good feelings for both the club and fans.
Jose Mourinho additionally sent his best wishes to Manchester United, indicating that he experienced happiness whilst at the club.
Fenerbahce Manager Jose Mourinho On Manchester United Ahead Of Their UEFA Europa League Meeting
Speaking in a presser ahead of Fenerbahce’s clash with Manchester United on October 24, 2024, the 61-year-old pointed out some of his successes whilst at the club.
Mourinho said: “I wish all the best to Man United. I’ve been happy there, we won the Europa League, second in the league…”.
“I left United with good feelings for both clubs and fans. If things are not working for Man United, I’m never happy.”
Jose Mourinho Has His Sight On The Premier League Title
Jose Mourinho is also accommodating the hopes of claiming another Premier League title depending on whether Manchester City are punished and the nature of their punishment due to the 115 charges for financial doping hanging over their heads.
Mourinho said: “I think Man United still have a chance to win that league [2017/18 season] if they punish Manchester City”.
“In that case, I hope they give me my medal and pay me the bonus!”.
Jose Mourinho At Manchester United
Jose Mourinho was fired by Manchester United in December 2018 following a run of poor results, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer appointed as his replacement.
He has an impressive spell as boss of the side, claiming the Community Shield, Carabao Cup, and UEFA Europa League.
The ex-Roma manager also led Manchester United to a 2nd-place finish on the Premier League table in the 2017/18 season.
Has Jose Mourinho Faced Manchester United Since Leaving The Club In 2018
Mourinho has previously played against the Red Devils since leaving them in 2018, as he tutored Tottenham Hotspur against them on a couple of occasions.
When Did Mourinho Become Manager Of Fenerbahce?
Jose Mourinho currently manages Fenerbahce, having been appointed boss of the Turkish club in June 2024.
The 61-year-old signed a two-year deal with the club, which is valid until the summer of 2026.
Jose Mourinho
Jose Mourinho has managed several top clubs in his career, including; Real Madrid, Manchester United, Inter Milan and Chelsea.
The former FC Porto gaffer has also won several trophies, including 2 UEFA Champions League titles, 3 Premier League titles, and 2 UEFA Europa League, among others.
Mourinho has also been named the world’s best club manager on four different occasions (2003, 2004, 2009, and 2011) while claiming the FIFA World Coach of the Year in 2010.
Fred And Sofyan Amrabat Set To Face Their Former Club
Mourinho wouldn’t be the only familiar face squaring up against Manchester United, as two of the club’s former lieutenants, Fred and Sofyan Amrabat, also ply their trade with Fenerbahce.
Manchester United Vs Fenerbahce
The UEFA Europa League affair, which has been scheduled to kick off on Thursday, October 24, 2024, by 08:00 PM, is expected to be a thrilling battle as both clubs aim for 3 points.
Fenerbahce And Manchester United In The UEFA Europa League
Fenerbahce currently occupies the 14th spot on the standings with 4 points from 2 matches, having won 1 game and drawn 1.
Manchester United, who have had an abysmal outing in the competition, sit in the 21st position with 2 points, having shared the spots in their 2 games thus far.
