😱A key revelation: could Mourinho have replaced Ferguson? | OneFootball

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.

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