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In 2013 Jose Mourinho was poised to replace Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United, but a phone call to the retiring legend revealed a deeper loyalty to Chelsea, setting the stage for a complex career of triumphs and disputes.
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Ken Bates, who steered Chelsea through a pivotal era of foreign ownership, has passed away at 94, leaving behind a legacy of legal battles, fiery press interactions, and a lasting impact on the sport.
After a promising start, Arne Slot's tenure at Liverpool unraveled due to poor transfer decisions, injuries, and a lack of cohesion, culminating in his dismissal after just one season.
Chelsea head into the FA Cup final without a permanent manager, facing fan protests and financial constraints, with a victory offering a route back to Europe but not a cure for the club’s broader instability.