Portuguese coach José Mourinho, in his interview with TNT Sports yesterday, answered questions about his career and his new club, Fenerbahçe SK.
When asked, “Who is the player you never signed, but wish you did?” Mourinho replied, “Of course, the little guy. That little guy was not coachable, but I have to say in our generation he [Messi] was the BEST.”
Mourinho, who has coached some of the greatest players in football history, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modrić, and Didier Drogba, has consistently expressed his admiration for Lionel Messi’s unparalleled talent and achievements.
Lionel Messi has won numerous accolades, including eight Ballon d’Or awards, ten La Liga titles, and four UEFA Champions League titles and a World Cup.
Mourinho has managed top clubs like Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, and Manchester United, winning numerous titles, including two Champions League trophies, Fenerbahçe SK is Mourinho’s latest venture, and he is expected to bring his signature style and success to the Turkish club.