Alexis Sanchez on Mourinho: The Chilean has denied making a bet with Manchester United teammate for Mourinho’s sacking.
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The forward is currently in Chile, where he recovers from his injury. Alexis Sanchez has had a difficult time since joining Manchester United in January earlier this year.
He has scored only four goals for the club, and only one across all competitions in the current season. Sanchez lost his place in the side due to inconsistent performances and boost in form of Anthony Martial, who he replaced last season.
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While his relationship with Mourinho wasn’t as publically controversial as Paul Pogba’s, there have been reports that he made a bet on the manager’s sacking with a Manchester United teammate.
Alexis Sanchez has now denied the news, and talked appreciatively about Jose Mourinho through a Twitter post.
Alexis Sanchez on Mourinho:
The forward took to Twitter to clear his name from the controversy, stating that the news is false, and that he is thankful to Mourinho for giving him the opportunity to play in the ‘best team in the world.’
“This is FALSE!!!,” Alexis Sanchez said.
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“José gave me the chance to play for the best team in the world and I only have gratitude for him.”
Sanchez also stated that the team remains United and he is prepared to make a comeback into the side.
“We are a truly United team. We are MANCHESTER UNITED. Respect. I can’t wait to help the team !. Good luck tomorrow family!”
Here’s what Sanchez tweeted:
Here’s how fans reacted to Sanchez’s message:
What next?
Manchester United appointed former club star Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as the interim manager until the end of the season. He will take on the charge for his first game against Cardiff City later tonight.
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