He’s a winner’ – Erik ten Hag lauds Jose Mourinho as Man Utd prepare for meeting with former manager in Fenerbahce Europa League clash

Mourinho managed United for two and a half seasons before parting ways with them halfway into the 2018-19 season. Since the Portuguese’s departure, three other coaches have sat on the hot seat including interim and caretaker managers before Ten Hag took charge of the team in 2022.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Mourinho, on the other hand, joined Tottenham after leaving United and then managed AS Roma in the Serie A before signing for Fenerbahce this summer. Ahead of the Red Devils’ reunion with their ex-boss in Turkey, the Dutchman spoke highly of the 61-year-old coach as he called him a ‘winner’.

  • WHAT ERIK TEN HAG SAID

    In an interview with the Football Writers’ Association, Ten Hag said, “It’s a big game for both of us. I really enjoy facing him and playing against him. He always has good teams; he is a winner and has won so many trophies. He’s an example for many managers, so I will really enjoy playing against him.”

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    WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED?

    Ten Hag’s side finally ended their five-game winless run on Saturday as they came back from behind to beat Brentford in the Premier League. They will now aim to register a second win on the trot on Thursday against the Turkish giants.