Four former players Jose Mourinho could sign to get band back together at Chelsea

Jose Mourinho might just be plotting a reunion with some of his old guard wherever his next job is.

One possibility that has been suggested is a third stint with former club Chelsea. There has been speculation over Mauricio Pochettino's role throughout the season, but the recent form has seen that die down.

former Liverpool man Robbie Fowler has suggested that Liverpool could do well under the stewardship of a seasoned manager like Mourinho, instead of moving for Arne Slot, who looks set to take over from Jurgen Klopp. The former striker pointing out: «I could understand why you would get someone like Mourinho. A case in point would be Real Madrid, for example.»

He elaborated on the need for experience in management by referencing Real Madrid's decision after Zinedine Zidane's departure: «When Zinedine Zidane left for the second time in 2021, they didn't go looking for a young and up-coming manager, they went for an experienced manager in Carlo Ancelotti. That experience and that know-how can definitely help a club in transition.»

Amid the speculation over Maourinho's future, Express Sport speculated on four players who could be on Mourinho's radar for a potential rebuild with his new club, whether that's Chelsea or elsewhere.

Top of the list could be Fikayo Tomori, the AC Milan centre-back who rose through the ranks at Chelsea during Mourinho's tenure, making him a potentially astute addition to any new club in June.

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The 26-year-old left Chelsea in 2021 on a permanent deal, but has already played in the Premier League. He is unlikely to