Send in the clowns? Jose Mourinho happy with hotel life in Manchester as he slams Premier League circus
Manchester United manager says just because he doesn’t behave like a ‘clown’ on the touchline doesn’t mean he’s lost his passion as he insists Old Trafford exit talk is ‘garbage news’
Jose Mourinho has laughed off the suggestion his decision to live in a city centre hotel shows a lack of commitment to his role as manager of Manchester United.
Ahead of the FA Cup tie against Derby, the Portuguese coach was forced to confirm his continued desire to remain in charge at Old Trafford following reports senior club officials are concerned he may be preparing to leave at the end of the season.
“If the fans want me to be comfortable, that’s the way I feel comfortable, I am very lazy,” Mourinho said at a press conference.
“I like to arrive in the hotel and I don’t want anyone to worry because I’m not living in a two-square-metres room.
“I’m in an apartment where I have all the comfort and support, like living in a house. If they are worried about me being comfortable and happy and supported, I really am.
“If they want me to be in a house that I don’t like, lonely, away from my assistants, then I would be a sad guy – and sad guys don’t work well.”