Classic.
Manchester United suffered another disappointing draw in today’s match against Burnley at Old Trafford.
A brace from Jesse Lingard salvaged a point for United who went into half-time 2-0 down.
This result gives Manchester City a chance to further extend their lead at the top of the table to 15 points if they beat Newcastle United later this evening.
In the post-match press conference, José Mourinho was reminded that since his arrival at Old Trafford, United have spent in excess of £300m on players. His retort was vintage Mourinho.
Mourinho is reminded he's spent £300million – "It is not enough"
— Paul Hirst (@hirstclass) December 26, 2017
In true Mourinho style, he explained that despite spending that much money, they are still rebuilding. It is a tactic we see often – directing the narrative away from a lacklustre performance and onto another issue, while making an excuse for the result.
Jose: "We are in the second year of trying to rebuild a football team you know is not one of the best teams in the world. Man City buy full backs for the price of a striker,"
— Simon Stone (@sistoney67) December 26, 2017
Some fans won’t buy this excuse, highlighting that United have still spent much more than other teams and should be able to beat Burnley with the squad they have.
Mourinho seriously using the “money” excuse as Man Utd manager? 🤦🏽♂️
— Sule (@Suleiman____) December 26, 2017
'Mourinho says the £300m he has spent is not enough'
Here he is getting ready for January #MUNBUR pic.twitter.com/Zd8y0mxrsx
— BenchWarmers (@BeWarmers) December 26, 2017
Manchester City have spent marginally more in the same timeframe, but they are seeing the benefits a lot more, with a comfortable lead at the top of the table, playing electrifying football.
Mourinho: “We are in the second year of trying to rebuild a team. £300m is not enough. City buy full backs for the price of a striker.” Ever tried coaching? The audacity of the prick.
— FK (@fkhanage) December 26, 2017
Mourinho’s press tactics will continue to drive the narrative away from his side’s shortcomings on the pitch, but it’s his tactics on the pitch that need improvement if he wants to avoid having to answer these questions.
