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Gary Neville insists: ‘Give Jose Mourinho twelve months before criticising the tactics’

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Gary Neville has come to the defence of Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho, insisting he should be given at least another year before he can be judged.

Mourinho has guided the Red Devils to the verge of a place in the Europa League Final, along with the EFL Cup. However, a top four finish may be beyond United in the Portuguese boss’ first season in charge at Old Trafford.

Ex-United and England defender Neville, now a respected Sky Sports pundit, believes Mourinho should be given more time to instil his own blueprint before the critics can start sounding off, starting with the summer transfer window.

“Does Mourinho trust his back four at the moment to do their jobs properly?” Neville asked.

“Once he gets the players that he wants – he’s only signed four players for Manchester United. Once he signs eight to ten and he’s a year further forward, then I’d be asking questions if he’s still using a back six in all these away games.

“Historically if you look at his career record… he’s always been second or first in terms of scoring goals. This season is the freak. This is probably the worst performing team Jose’s managed.

“He’s got a squad of 24 and 20 are not his.

“I thought they should challenge for the title this season. It’s unacceptable. But in his first season when he’s obviously found the squad is not as good as he thought it would be he’s only had four players to bring in, he deserves another twelve months to be able to get them.

“I think give him one more transfer window and if he’s still playing a back six in those games next season, I’ll be sat here saying ‘No, I don’t think that’s right.’

“Historically, he’s always got it right.”

By Steve Osborne                  @BlizzardSteve75

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