Jose Mourinho says Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is likely to be very unimpressed by the quality of some of the other “Big Six” Premier League clubs.
The Portuguese coach was asked to assess the state of the three English teams he used to manage, and he wasn’t particularly complimentary about any of them. Asked about Manchester United’s prospects for next season, Mourinho said:
“A little improvement but more of the same.”
Mourinho then delivered his verdict on Spurs and Chelsea:
“Tottenham I have an idea, this is Tottenham, always fighting to be fourth, which would be amazing between fourth, fifth, sixth, next season the Europa League, of course, they can win it. hey look [to have] stability, they are investing more, amazing club, amazing facilities, such a beautiful stadium, you can feel it. Chelsea, I really don’t know. I think, in this moment, Pep [Guardiola] laughs at the mess at other clubs.”
City have other challengers
While United, Tottenham and Chelsea are not expected to mount a title challenge next campaign, the reigning Premier League champions will likely have to contend with Arsenal once again. The Gunners finished just two points behind Pep Guardiola’s side; making it consecutive second-place finishes.
In terms of whether Liverpool will be in the mix, a lot will depend on how new manager Arne Slot takes to life in the Premier League. The Dutchman has a decent reputation following his time with Feyenoord.
Will it be Guardiola’s final season?
There have been plenty of reports over the last week or so suggesting that the Spaniard won’t renew his contract. His current deal expires next year.
However, the club are expected to stay patient and we may only find out whether Guardiola is staying or leaving by the end of 2024.
