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Mourinho reveals he had agreement to succeed Ferguson at Manchester United

In a new documentary, Jose Mourinho discloses that he had an agreement to take over from Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United in 2013.

10 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Mourinho reveals he had agreement to succeed Ferguson at Manchester United — Photo: Ronnie Macdonald · Flickr · BY

Jose Mourinho has stated in a recent Netflix documentary that he had reached an agreement to replace Sir Alex Ferguson as manager of Manchester United in 2013. This revelation suggests an alternate narrative to the events surrounding Ferguson's retirement.

David Moyes ultimately became Ferguson's successor at Old Trafford after the legendary manager stepped down. Mourinho's comments indicate that he was a leading candidate for the position at that time.

Archive photo: Mourinho reveals he had agreement to succeed Ferguson at Manchester United — Archive photoPhoto: edwin.11 · Flickr · BY

Mourinho's decision to not follow through with the move comes as a surprise, as it highlights a pivotal moment in the club's managerial history. His agreement, along with the subsequent turn of events, creates an intriguing 'what if' scenario for football fans.

The documentary is part of Mourinho's exploration of his life and career, providing insights into key decisions and moments that shaped his path, including his brief agreement with Manchester United.

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