Jose Mourinho is unlikely to be find his position as Chelsea’s most successful manager under challenge, but that does not mean Blues fans will welcome him back with open arms as he returns with Manchester United tomorrow.

Jose Mourinho’s complaints about the lack of atmosphere at Stamford Bridge are a consequence of younger fans being priced out, according to a Chelsea fans’ representative.

An apology from Rafael Benitez for his comments about Chelsea fans would go some way to healing the rift between them, according to the chair of the Chelsea Supporters’ Group.

Roman Abramovich was today pondering whether to make a revised offer to buy back the freehold of Stamford Bridge after Chelsea fans succeeded with a dramatic revolt against his stadium masterplan.