I like Mourinho, yes he's arrogant and occasionally a twat but similar to Ronaldo that's part of what makes him one of the best.
Positives
- Proven winner, obviously this was used for Van Gaal as well but Mourinho's record is far more recent not to mention also in the Premier League.
- Big name, similar to Guardiola he has an attraction that potential signings will be influenced by. Also his agent is Mendes who's already pally with Woodward so might give us an advantage in the transfer market.
- Tactically one of the best, masterminded God knows how many big match triumphs.
I think the majority of these would transfer directly should he manage us, I'd expect he'd deliver trophies.
Negatives
- Has a woeful record regarding youth, something that we're not only famed for but also the current squad is full of young players who need moulding.
- When he acts up it can get real ugly, Tito eye gouge, Caniero incident, calling out his own players. Etc.
- Not long term, 3 seasons seems to be the maximum before he upsets the wrong people or things start falling apart.
- Style of play, often criticised for being boring and pragmatic.
The style of play he gets labelled for has never really bothered me, I want to win and even so I think his sides can play great football. Him acting up and long term struggles might be aided by getting the job he seems to have always wanted, like another posters said we're maybe big enough to tame him and the environment is nowhere near as toxic as Madrid's. My biggest concern would be his approach to developing youth players for the reasons listed.
In short he'd be my second choice option, I'd only prefer Guardiola.