Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino says Jose Mourinho is an inspiration despite his current frustrations at Manchester United as he prepares his side for Monday’s Premier League clash at Old Trafford. United have had a turbulent start to the new season, with Mourinho appearing to be at odds with the club’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward and French World Cup winner Paul Pogba. Asked what he has learned from Mourinho, Pochettino said: “A lot of things. He has been inspirational — but I am younger than him.”If Mourinho had had his way this summer, defender Toby Alderweireld could have been featuring for United against Spurs. The French World Cup winner has apologised “wholeheartedly”.

Source: Punch August 27, 2018 09:45 UTC