Is Mourinho still capable of managing Newcastle?

Mourinho is a coach with a strong personality.

Although manager Eddie Howe still enjoys the trust of the board, the recent string of poor results is putting increasing pressure on the St James' Park crowd. Howe himself may also decide to leave if he feels he cannot progress further with the current squad.

The biggest question now is whether "The Special One" would still be able to achieve success if he accepted the challenge in the North East of England?

Past entanglements and the challenge of transferring power.

This coming summer is expected to bring a major squad overhaul at Newcastle. Key players like Sandro Tonali, Tino Livramento, and Anthony Gordon are attracting interest from big clubs such as Bayern Munich and Arsenal.

If Newcastle United are forced to sell their best players to raise funds for reinvestment, a manager of Mourinho's stature would be the ideal figure to navigate this sensitive transition period. With his prestige and reputation, he has the power to attract other top-class signings to the club.

Beyond his professional expertise, the Benfica manager has always held a special affection for English football, especially Newcastle. This connection stems from his incredibly close relationship and the profound influence of legendary Sir Bobby Robson, who mentored Mourinho during their time together at Barcelona.

This symbolic element could be the driving force that brings the Portuguese manager back to England, writing the 12th chapter in his tumultuous coaching career.

Mourinho's impressive track record in the Premier League is undeniable. He transformed Chelsea into a winning machine, securing two consecutive league titles in his first stint, before adding a third trophy upon his return.

At Old Trafford, Mourinho also left his mark with Manchester United, winning the Europa League, the League Cup, and finishing as runner-up in the Premier League once before leaving. However, that glory seems insufficient to convince discerning fans at the present time.

Many people believe that Mourinho's time is over.

A tactical rut or a spectacular comeback?

Experts frankly assess that Mourinho's tactical influence has significantly diminished after his time working in Türkiye and Portugal. His pragmatic style of play will face immense difficulties in achieving glory against the advanced and fierce tactics of today's Premier League.

His dressing room management style is also a controversial aspect. While it may bring short-term trophies, his confrontational and pressure-based approach easily breeds internal tensions, inadvertently undermining the unity that Newcastle has painstakingly built.

Newcastle's management clearly has other, safer backup options. Roberto Mancini brings seasoned experience in winning the English league, while Andoni Iraola emerges as a fresh tactical option if he agrees to leave Bournemouth.

Mourinho himself also has more straightforward options at his disposal, such as taking over as head coach of the Portuguese national team after the 2026 World Cup, or continuing his association with his hometown club Benfica.

Whether the ambitious project of the Saudi owners is enough to tempt Mourinho back to England remains a big unknown. However, the very idea of bringing "The Special One" to St James' Park has already created a deep divide within the "Toon Army" fan community regarding a risky future.

Source: https://znews.vn/mourinho-con-du-nang-luc-dan-dat-newcastle-post1644455.html