Jose Mourinho reminded Ten Hag that four of United's players are a burden to the team, including Anthony Martial
Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho led United to Europa League, Carabao Cup and Community Shield in more than two seasons at Old Trafford, as well as a runners-up finish in the Premier League.
However, the particular coach was sacked by the club in December 2018.
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Mourinho called the four a burden to the club
For the current manager Ten Hag, the well-known British media "The Sun" revealed that Mourinho said in an interview that some people in the current Manchester United team are a burden for Ten Hag.
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'There's still people in the club, and I'm talking about some players. And then there are some staff who are not players""I told Manchester United two months after I was sacked: With these guys, you will never succeed. ”（With these people, you are never going to do it [be successful]）
"They're still there. ”
Jose Mourinho did not mention specific players, but The Sun writes that Luke Shaw, Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay are the only players still at United during his time in charge.
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Jose Mourinho believes he has given everything for Manchester United
In the five years since his sacking by Manchester United, the 60-year-old has not been afraid to evaluate his previous employers. Despite being away from Manchester United for many years, Mourinho has not denied everything about his time in charge of Manchester United.
Mourinho told reporters: "I don't regret it because I gave everything. Manchester United fans know I've given everything and they know how much I love this club. ”
"I used to go there with Sky Radio, I was in the box commenting and the whole stadium turned to me and applauded and sang for me. ”
"They know I've done the best I can. You can only respect and admire the history of this club, and I have given everything for this club. Runners-up in the league is still the best place Manchester United have achieved since Sir Alex Ferguson, and winning the Europa League is the biggest achievement for United in the last decade, and I've done my best. ”
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Manchester United's results this season
Manchester United have nine wins, one draw and seven defeats in the Premier League this season, ranking seventh in the league. Manchester United were eliminated by Newcastle 3-0 in the fourth round of the League Cup. In the Champions League, Manchester United won 1, drew 1 and lost 4, ranking last in the group and being eliminated.
The only competition left for United to win the title is the FA Cup, which has already reached the fourth round. On January 9, 2024 Beijing time, Manchester United will meet Wigan Athletic at home.
Manchester United have a poor record