Perhaps Jose Mourinho will soon move out of the Hotel Lowry now that he’s signed a contract extension with Manchester United. The fact that he lives in a luxury riverside hotel and not in a permanent residence has continued inviting speculation about his future with Old Trafford.
That can all be put to rest today as his new contract extension was announced; one day before his 55th birthday. Mourinho signed a three year deal when he took over from Louis van Gaal in 2016, and this contract extends that deal by one year, with the option for more additional year. In other words, the new deal keeps him at Manchester United until 2020.
We are delighted to announce Jose Mourinho has signed an extension to his contract with #MUFC.
Club statement: https://t.co/vbGhXWbjcA pic.twitter.com/PcprzUIYfI
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) January 25, 2018
“I am really honored and proud to be Manchester United manager. I would like to say a big thank you to the owners and to Mr Woodward for the recognition of my hard work and dedication. I am delighted they feel and trust that I am the right manager for this great club for the foreseeable future,” reads a statement attributed to Jose Mourinho.
“We have set very high standards – winning three trophies in one season – but those are the standards I expect my teams to aim for. We are creating the conditions for a brilliant and successful future for Manchester United.
“My thanks, of course, go to my staff and to my players; without their empathy and friendship this wouldn’t be possible. I love my players and it is a pleasure to know that we are going to be together for at least the next three years.
“And I cannot finish without thanking the fans for their support and for making me feel at home so quickly. I repeat, to be Manchester United manager is an honor every day and I am really happy.”
Tomorrow will mark his 100th game managed with the club.
Mourinho became the first manager in United’s illustrious history to win a trophy during his season on the job, as he captured the club’s first ever UEFA Europa League title; to go along with the Community Shield and the League Cup.
They are currently second in the Premier League table and still alive in the UEFA Champions League knockout round and FA Cup.
“Jose has already achieved a great deal as Manchester United manager and I am delighted that he has agreed to extend his commitment until at least 2020,” reads a statement attributed to Club Executive Vice President Ed Woodward.
“His work rate and professionalism are exceptional and he has embraced the club’s desire to promote top quality young players to the first team.
“He has brought an energy and a sense of purpose to everything that he does and I am sure that will continue to bring results for the fans and the club.”
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