Jose Mourinho will be 'eternally respected' by Chelsea fans, says head of supporters group as Portuguese coach agrees Manchester United deal

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Jose Mourinho will be "eternally respected" by Chelsea fans for his time at the club despite the Portuguese coach beginning a new era as Manchester United manager, according to the Chairman of Chelsea Supporters Trust.

Mourinho, 53, today agreed terms to become Louis van Gaal's successor at Old Trafford, just five months after he was sacked by Chelsea following the Blues' worst start to a season since 1979.

Despite Chelsea's troubles in the first half of the 2015/16 campaign, Mourinho developed a strong bond with the Blues fans due to his hugely successful two stints at the club and his charismatic personality.

His first spell in charge of the Blues between 2004 and 2007 resulted in two Premier League titles, an FA Cup trophy, two League Cup titles and the Community Shield.

His second spell at Chelsea then produced two more pieces of silverware - the Premier League and Capital One Cup trophies last year.

Tim Rolls, chairman of the Chelsea Supporters Trust, believes Mourinho will always keep the respect he has from Chelsea fans, despite having taken on the United job, and says his appointment as the Red Devils coach will add "spice" to the fixture between the two clubs next season.

Speaking to Standard Sport, Mr Rolls said: "The Chelsea supporters I have spoken to are focusing on Antonio Conte and the preparations for next season, particularly new signings.

"Bouncing back from this season's dismal showing is the priority.

"Jose Mourinho taking the United job is not of real concern, although he will obviously be eternally respected by Chelsea supporters for the job he did and the trophies he won.

"Having said that, it will certainly add further spice to the Chelsea v United games next season."

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