JOSE MOURINHO

will also have an impact on the Premier League this season. No doubt. I wouldn’t put it past him winning the league for United this campaign, even if I put City slightly ahead.

He’s been classic Mourinho. He’s brought together a collection of top players and not given a monkey’s about the fees or the wages it costs. He just wants a team with quality and character and he’s close to getting it. He’s brought the swagger back to United, and that’s important for that club.

He’s also made some good management calls, particularly by swallowing his pride over Juan Mata (above) after dumping on him by subbing the sub. Since then, he’s seen what Mata can do, and picked him. That shows the pragmatism needed to win the title.