Chelsea’s ownership of ‘Jose Mourinho’ name delays Man United deal

Jose Mourinho is close to becoming Manchester United manager, although the appointment has been complicated by the fact former club Chelsea own the trademark to his name.

Monday brought the end of Louis van Gaal’s uncomfortable two-year residency, with last weekend’s FA Cup success not enough to mask poor Premier League performances in terms of style and substance.

Europa League rather than Champions League awaits after just missing out on the top-four and Mourinho will have the task of reviving the Red Devils’ ailing fortunes.