Maurizio Sarri needs to be wary of Jose Mourinho’s expert big-game tactics when Chelsea meet Manchester United this weekend, according to Jamie Carragher.
Chelsea welcome United to Stamford Bridge in Sarri’s first encounter with Mourinho as Blues boss.
Sarri and Chelsea are unbeaten this season, while Mourinho’s side sit in eighth place in the Premier League after a torrid start to their campaign.
Mourinho’s job hangs in the balance and Carragher thinks the next few weeks will be crucial for the United boss.
‘I think there’s definitely a run of fixtures in the next three or four weeks before the next international break for Manchester United and Mourinho where all eyes will be on them,’ Carragher told Sky Sports.
‘It’s there first real big away game against the rest of the top six. The reason you bring Jose Mourinho to your club is to win the big games. Read more