Jose Mourinho Comments on Inter Milan’s Pursuit of the Treble
Jose Mourinho, the legendary coach known for his dynamic personality, recently made light-hearted comments regarding Inter Milan’s quest for a treble this season. The Portuguese manager expressed that he felt a sense of concern about the Nerazzurri potentially achieving this remarkable feat, primarily because he believes the treble belongs to him.
Mourinho’s last notable achievement with an Italian team dates back to the 2009-10 season when he guided Inter to victory in the UEFA Champions League, making him the most recent coach to secure this title with an Italian club. This remarkable win occurred during the final against Bayern Munich at the Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid, solidifying his legacy as the only manager to have clinched a treble with an Italian side.
Humorous Remarks and Support for Inter
During an interview with Sky Sports, Mourinho humorously remarked,
“I didn’t want Inter to win the treble because the treble is mine.”
However, after Inter lost the Serie A title to Napoli and the Coppa Italia to Bologna, his stance softened. He expressed a willingness to support the Nerazzurri in their Champions League final, albeit with a nod to Luis Enrique’s impressive work at Paris Saint-Germain since taking the helm.
Mourinho acknowledged Enrique’s successful transformation of the PSG squad, especially after the departure of a key player, indicating that he would also be pleased to see Enrique lift the trophy if PSG emerged victorious in the competition.
This humorous yet competitive banter from Mourinho reinforces his unwavering connection to the past while also revealing a more supportive side towards current rival clubs once they are no longer contenders for the accolades he holds dear.
