With good memories of José Mourinho. The Portuguese technician has now been on the circuit for 23 years. Adored by some and criticized by others, the native of Setubal nonetheless remains an outstanding tactician who has stood out over the last two decades. From Porto to Chelsea, via Inter Milan and Real Madrid, the Lusitanian has built a solid reputation over the years while winning numerous trophies. Today at AS Rome, the 60-year-old coach spoke about his prosperous period.
During an interview given “The Obi One Podcast”, a show hosted by his former Blues protégé John Obi Mikel, The Special One has revealed his dream lineup. As such, José Mourinho mainly opted for players who played at Chelsea with regard to the chosen goalkeeper, Petr Cech, and selected defenders: John Terry, Ricardo Carvalho and William Gallas accompanied by Javier Zanetti, the legendary captain of the Inter Milan. In a three-way midfield, the Portuguese associated Frank Lampard and Claude Makélélé with Mesut Özil, whom he trained at Real Madrid. Finally, his attacking trio consists of Eden Hazard, Cristiano Ronaldo and Didier Drogba. We will notice the absence of players from Tottenham, Manchester United or even Roma.
José Mourinho’s dream XI
Cech – Zanetti, Terry, Ricardo Carvalho, Gallas – Makélélé, Lampard, Özil – Cristiano Ronaldo, Hazard, Drogba.
