José Mourinho Reveals Contract with Manchester United in Netflix Documentary
In a new Netflix documentary detailing his career, José Mourinho, the current manager of Real Madrid, disclosed that he signed a contract in 2013 to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United. However, he ultimately chose to break the agreement to return to Chelsea.
A dramatic call to Sir Alex Ferguson
While he felt honored by the opportunity from Manchester United, Mourinho emphasized that his emotional ties to Chelsea took precedence. Ferguson acknowledged in the documentary that Mourinho called him in tears to decline the position, citing his commitment to the London club.
A decision driven by the heart
Mourinho characterized the situation as “dramatic,” yet stated he does not regret following his heart after leaving Madrid. Years later, in 2016, the Portuguese coach eventually took the helm at Old Trafford.
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In the new Netflix documentary about his life, current Real Madrid manager José Mourinho revealed that in 2013 he signed a contract to succeed Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United, a deal he ultimately broke to return to Chelsea.
A dramatic call to Sir Alex Ferguson
Despite feeling honored by the Red Devils’ offer, the Portuguese prioritized his emotional bond with the London club. Ferguson himself admitted in the documentary that Mourinho called him in tears to turn down the offer, explaining that he had given his word to the Blues.
A decision driven by the heart
Mourinho described the episode as “dramatic,” but said he does not regret choosing with his heart after leaving Madrid. Years later, in 2016, the Portuguese coach would finally go on to take charge at Old Trafford.
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
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