5 reasons Chelsea were wrong to sack Jose Mourinho

1. They knew what they were getting — so why not back him?

When Roman Abramovich re-appointed Jose Mourinho he did so for three reasons.

Firstly, because of his belief in the managerial skills of a man widely regarded as one of the best in the world, secondly because of Mourinho’s deep love and affection for the club, thirdly because that love and affection was returned by Chelsea fans.