Jose Mourinho disclosed in a documentary that he had signed a contract to become Manchester United's manager after Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement in 2013. However, he ultimately chose to return to Chelsea, a decision he described as made out of love for the club.
Ferguson, who was unaware of Mourinho's change of heart until shortly before it happened, expressed disappointment over the situation. Mourinho later managed United from 2016 but reflected on the missed opportunity to lead the club during a pivotal time in its history.