Jose Mourinho discusses Chelsea’s return amidst Mauricio Pochettino’s impending dismissal.

With Mauricio Pochettino facing increasing pressure, it is possible that Chelsea will shortly begin searching for a new manager.

The Argentine’s first season at Stamford Bridge has been anything but remarkable, as the Blues are presently ninth in the Premier League standings after a ruthless 5-0 loss to Arsenal, their local rivals. Fan speculation regarding Pochettino’s replacement is rampant.

A name that persists in discourse is that of former manager Jose Mourinho. Despite previous successful tenures at Chelsea, Mourinho has been circumspect regarding the possibility of a third stint in charge.

“Not concerning us”
Analyzing Liverpool’s Champions League final victory over his future employers Tottenham in 2019, Mourinho was queried regarding the possibility of another Chelsea tenure.

When queried about the possibility of another tenure with Chelsea, he maintained his cards close to his bosom. The response from Mourinho was, “We are not here to discuss it. “We are not here to discuss ourselves; rather, we are here to discuss this.”

“Chelsea has passed”
Controversy arose regarding Mourinho’s loyalty to the Blues following his appointment at Tottenham as Pochettino’s successor, notwithstanding the continued association with Chelsea. In response to these concerns, Mourinho made light of his previous dismissal from Chelsea by stating, “That was prior to my dismissal! Such is contemporary football.

The two-time European champion further stated, “I can be extremely content here [with Tottenham], if I can make others happy, and there is, if you will, no greater devotee in the world than myself who desires Spurs’ success and victory.” possibly identical to myself, but not superior to me. Chelsea embodies the past, a glorious past comprised of two championship-laden periods. However, that is in the past.”

“Chelsea will perpetually be Chelsea.”
Notwithstanding his departure from Tottenham after a brief period of 18 months, he maintained his fondness for the club by stating: “Should you inquire whether there is an individual I would relish assuming leadership of in place of’my Chelsea,’ I would say so, but I shall remain silent.

“The club has progressed to the point where it is inconsequential who it is with; Chelsea will perpetually be Chelsea.” As long as Chelsea remains a major club and as long as my residence remains 200 meters from the stadium, I intend to continue hearing the sound of triumph and contentment. “I am fairly certain that it will be exactly that.”

Shortly thereafter, the 61-year-old reaffirmed that assertion by implying that he would perpetually harbor a preference for the Blues. “Of course, my English connection is Chelsea,” he continued. “That is my perspective as a Chelsea supporter, having been a Chelsea member for six years and two periods.”

Chelsea has changed from what we once knew.
After an open discussion with a supporter, Jose Mourinho implied that a return to Stamford Bridge is not imminent, despite his admiration for Chelsea. In response to a supporter’s inquiry regarding his return to the club, Mourinho stated candidly, “My friend, Chelsea is not the Chelsea we know.”

“That is the only thing I desire”
In addition, the Special One delineated his standards for prospective positions, amid conjecture that linked him with Newcastle United and a prominent transfer to Saudi Arabia. He expounded upon his position regarding accepting new challenges: “I do not possess any apprehension towards employment with organizations that do not aim to triumph.

Mourinho stated, “When some [managers] reach a certain level, they may declare, ‘I will only accept positions that require winning.’” It is my responsibility to transform clubs into entities that are “built to succeed” or to accomplish specific goals.

“What I desire most is for everyone to establish the goals and targets in an equitable manner. Due to my past, I am unable to join a club whose sole objective is to win the championship. No. Merely ensuring that it is reasonable is all that I require.

“Can I maintain employment at a major Premier League club if, at various points in the standings—sixth, seventh, or eighth—we finished the season? That is to say, individuals ought to perceive me in the same manner in which they perceive other individuals. It is essential to me that the club has goals and that I am capable of expressing my willingness to fight for them.

“Semi-realistic, if not realistic, is the least I would say. Because no one at Roma considered reaching the European Cup finals when I arrived, and we accomplished that. It is not conceivable that I would travel to a club on the verge of relegation with the goal of winning the Champions League. While advantageous, the system lacks fairness.