Jose Mourinho

Former Manchester United’s Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho answers to journalists at the Baselworld watch and jewellery fair in Basel on March 22, 2019. (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP)

Jose Mourinho linked with surprise new job – and NO it’s not Bafana!

Just days after being sacked by English club Tottenham Hotspur, Jose Mourinho may make a quick return to football management.

Jose Mourinho

Former Manchester United’s Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho answers to journalists at the Baselworld watch and jewellery fair in Basel on March 22, 2019. (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP)

Just days after being sacked by English club Tottenham Hotspur, Jose Mourinho may make a quick return to football management.

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Jose Mourinho’s 17-month spell as Spurs’ manager came to an end on Monday when he was relieved of his duties following a poor run of form.

His axing came just SIX days before the club are set to meet Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final.

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However, according to The Sun, the Portuguese tactician could bounce straight back into management after being linked with a move to Scottish giants Celtic.

Celtic, who lost their title to Rangers this season, parted ways with coach Neil Lennon earlier this year.

Jose Mourinho is reportedly likely to face competition from former AFC Bournemouth coach Eddie Howe and Manchester United legend Roy Keane who have both been linked with the role.

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