Manchester United vs Arsenal: Ahead of this weekend huge clash, United boss Jose Mourinho reveals he ‘waited’ for the Old Trafford job and turned down ‘some of the biggest clubs in Europe’

JOSE MOURINHO has revealed he “waited” for the Manchester United job and turned down other clubs.

Speaking ahead of the grudge clash at home to Arsenal tomorrow (Saturday), the Portuguese manager re-affirmed his commitment at Old Trafford.

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He said: “When I was sacked at Chelsea, I was not in trouble. I had lots of offers.

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“I could have been working one week after leaving Chelsea, with some of the biggest clubs in Europe, but I waited for a chance to work at the club I want to be at.”

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Jose Mourinho will renew his rivalry on Saturday with Arsene Wenger – but this time as Man United manager[/caption]

 

The 53-year-old did not disclose the identity of the clubs he claims he could have taken over.

Mourinho was sacked in December 2015 by Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich, and replaced by Gus Hiddink to the end of the season.

It was just seven months after the west London side were crowned Premier League champions.

Mourinho was said to have lost the support of the dressing room after accusing them of betraying him following a 2-1 defeat at Leicester.

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It's clear Mourinho has lofty ambitions at United, as he seeks to turn them into also-rans to genuine title chasers.

“I was champions with four clubs and I want to be champion at every club I am at," he added.

"I want to win at Manchester United."