Jose Mourinho: Why I Can't go to Africa
Former Chelsea and AS Roma coach, Jose Mourinho, has candidly shared his reservations about traveling to Africa, citing the overwhelming enthusiasm of fans as a deterrent. Mourinho elaborated on his reluctance, highlighting instances where his presence in Africa has been met with an impassioned reception that impedes his ability to move freely. In a recent interview on FIVE, hosted by Manchester United icon Rio Ferdinand, Mourinho delved into his profound connection with African footballers he's mentored, including Didier Drogba, John Obi Mikel, and Michael Essien, expressing admiration for their loyalty and sincerity. "I find it challenging to visit Africa due to the fervent fan base," Mourinho articulated. "Whenever I've had the pleasure of being in the continent, the reception from fans has been so overwhelming that it restricts my mobility. My experiences with exceptional talents like Didier Drogba, Geremi, Salomon Kalou, John Obi Mikel, and Michael Essien ha...