Jose Mourinho, now managing Fenerbahce, has mischievously suggested that he could still win a Premier League title with Manchester United retroactively. At a recent news conference, Mourinho brought up the prospect of a fine for Manchester City for violating financial rules. He playfully remarked that United could yet be crowned champions if City were stripped of their title. Interestingly, they finished second to the Citizens in the 2017-18 Premier League season.
Manchester City faces over 100 charges from the Premier League, which accuses the club of financial rule breaches spanning nine years from 2009 to 2018. The potential consequences could range from a significant points deduction to City being stripped of their titles or even expelled from the league. Should City be docked points for their alleged violations, it could retroactively alter league standings. Thus, potentially making Manchester United the champions for the 2017-18 season.
Mourinho, never one to shy away from provocative comments, hinted at this possibility. “Maybe they punish Man City with points and maybe we win that league. They have to pay me the bonus and give me the medal.”
During that 2017-18 season, United finished 19 points behind City, who secured the title. Despite being runners-up, the Portuguese often spoke of that second-place finish as one of his greatest achievements. Particularly, given the dominance of City’s financial power at the time. The Sky Blues’ meteoric rise in England came after acquiring top talents like Sergio Aguero and Kevin De Bruyne.
Mourinho’s United legacy and successes
Though his time at Old Trafford had its highs and lows, Mourinho left his mark by winning the Europa League, the English League Cup, and the Community Shield. His departure from United in 2018 marked the end of a tumultuous yet trophy-laden spell. Despite the drama, the Portuguese tactician has maintained that his relationship with the club remains positive. “I wish…
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Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-10-24 20:35:39
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