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Author:

Nicolas Vilas

Publication Date:

Exuvie Editions
May 2020

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MOURINHO
The Special One's Origin Story

Rights Holder: Exuvie Editions
Original Language: French

What’s left to be written about José Mourinho? Don’t we know everything there is to know about him? Don’t we know all about his trophies and his mischief, whether during a press conference or on the field?

There’s no point in publishing yet another book about José Mourinho if it doesn’t offer a new approach and unique angle into his story. And that’s exactly what Nicolas Vilas has done here. He focuses in on Mourinho’s beginnings from his childhood in Setúbal to his early coaching career up and triumphs until the moment he goes to the UK to coach Chelsea.

Mourinho is a veritable investigation to the heart of the legend, that delves into the profound humanity of such a celebrated figure. That’s what makes this book so interesting —it’s humanity. By interviewing over 100 friends, players, rivals, colleagues and family members, Nicolas Vilas provides a very well-rounded portrayal of Zé Mourinho showing us who the man behind the legend truly is.

Nicolas Vilas is a journalist for RMC Sport, MCS, France Football and RFI. He is the author of Dieu Football Club (Hugo Sport, 2010) and Le racisme dans le football (Marabout, 2018).

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