Man Utd news: FA fear Jose Mourinho will replicate Real Madrid vs Barcelona damage
MANCHESTER UNITED boss Jose Mourinho is reportedly worrying the FA as they fear a repeat of his antics during his time as Real Madrid boss.
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Mourinho has found himself in the spotlight after Manchester United’s 2-1 defeat to Manchester City at Old Trafford last week.
The Red Devils slumped to a disappointing derby defeat but a post-match tunnel clash has been given greater attention.
Mourinho stormed into the City dressing room at the final whistle, accusing them of showing disrespect as they celebrated the win.
Fights between the players then broke out with City goalkeeper Ederson and Manchester United duo Romelu Lukaku and Marcos Rojo particularly involved.
And the Daily Mail say the FA now fear a repeat of what happened during his time at Real Madrid.
While at the Bernabeu, Mourinho turned the players against Barcelona with members of both squads often clashing on the pitch.
So bad were relations between both sets of players that Xavi and Iker Casillas were forced to smooth things over.
And the FA, the Daily Mail say, fear Mourinho could cause England problems going into the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
United and City players are likely to feature prominently when Gareth Southgate names his squad for next summer.
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And the FA reckon Mourinho’s behaviour could cause a split within the camp by the time the moment comes.
Meanwhile, former United skipper Wayne Rooney thinks City were right to celebrate their derby win in the manner they did.
“If City win the derby at Old Trafford, they are entitled to celebrate as it is a big game,” he said.
“When we won at Old Trafford or Man City, you celebrated in a respectful manner. Playing music is fair enough.”