Dir Wangem
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When Mourinho got fired last year, he was arguably at the lowest point of his career. His reputation took a massive blow and the stereotype that he's a one trick pony only suitable for short-term solutions was only strengthened further. Whether you're a fan of Mourinho or not, it's hard to deny that he has a very specific style of management. And he's stuck to this style in 4 different leagues.
If there ever was a time for Mourinho to reinvent himself it would be now, as he certainly has something to prove. Can he stay at a club for longer than 3 seasons while providing a consistent stream of success? You can't deny the patterns, and the patterns don't look too good.
I personally think it would be for the better if he tweeked his style a bit. I also have a feeling that he will. He's had success in so many countries now, but I think he wants to "settle down" somewhere. He's a big admirer of Fergie, who was a ruthless winner to be sure, but he was also adaptable and consistent like no one else. Surely Mourinho must dream of doing something similar now? And what better place to do so than here?
So what do you think? Has he grown wiser and swallowed some of his pride, or will he go all out with the exact same approach as before? Which do you prefer, and why?
If there ever was a time for Mourinho to reinvent himself it would be now, as he certainly has something to prove. Can he stay at a club for longer than 3 seasons while providing a consistent stream of success? You can't deny the patterns, and the patterns don't look too good.
I personally think it would be for the better if he tweeked his style a bit. I also have a feeling that he will. He's had success in so many countries now, but I think he wants to "settle down" somewhere. He's a big admirer of Fergie, who was a ruthless winner to be sure, but he was also adaptable and consistent like no one else. Surely Mourinho must dream of doing something similar now? And what better place to do so than here?
So what do you think? Has he grown wiser and swallowed some of his pride, or will he go all out with the exact same approach as before? Which do you prefer, and why?
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