The charisma clause: Ranking the Premier League managers that inspire devotion

There are two definitions of ‘charisma’ in the dictionary - and while Jose Mourinho may prefer the description as a ‘divinely conferred power or talent’, we're sticking to the more traditional understanding of the word - a ‘compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others’.

Jose Mourinho, currently relaxing in Portugal as he contemplates his next managerial role, recently proclaimed that the most important characteristic of a modern manager was not coaching skill, tactical nous, or man-management but simply charisma.