Jose Mourinho, Sir Alex Ferguson and Manchester United
Monday
Jose Mourinho revealed that he had agreed to replace Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United manager in 2013 before reversing his decision and returning to Chelsea. The disclosure appears in a new documentary examining Mourinho’s career and confirms a long-running football rumour.
United had held meetings with Mourinho and reached terms before he withdrew, citing his commitment to Chelsea and family considerations. Manchester United then turned to David Moyes, a decision still viewed internally as a major turning point after Ferguson’s retirement.