In awe of Mourinho: Ex-Real Madrid star calls him the best ever | OneFootball

Emmanuel Adebayor had high praise for José Mourinho, stating that the Portuguese coach is the best in football history. The former Real Madrid forward was one of many figures who took advantage of the Special One's return to Stanford Bridge, for Chelsea - Benfica, to recall the influence he had on his career.

In an interview with the ‘Stadium Astro’ podcast, Emmanuel Adebayor recalled the times he shared with José Mourinho at Real Madrid, a club where the two crossed paths after the Portuguese coach went to sign the Togolese forward from the Premier League.

"Mourinho is someone who can bring out the best in you. And all because of the way he manages relationships. He comes to talk to you and manages to get everything from you," Emmanuel Adebayor began explaining, about the greatest qualities of the Benfica coach.

The former Real Madrid striker continued, revealing a little more about José Mourinho's methods: "Even if he has to call your parents or even if he has to call your relatives in Africa. If necessary, that's what he will do."

"He is very meticulous in the attention he gives to details and always focuses on victory. Working with him was learning about discipline, truth, and belief. He is the best coach in football history. He is honest, only thinks about victory, and works 24 hours just to ensure a win," the Togolese player, who also had iconic stints at Arsenal and Tottenham in England, subsequently said.

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