However, Mourinho clarified that his comments were not intended to offend the Cameroonian striker. On the contrary, he emphasized Eto’o’s remarkable achievements in football, highlighting their successful collaboration at Inter Milan.
“He (Eto’o) has no reason to take offense. We’re talking about a player who has won the Champions League four times, and with whom I enjoyed my best year at Inter. Furthermore, despite his previous remarks about not wanting to work with me, I still signed him the following season. If I didn’t value him, I wouldn’t have brought him to Inter and subsequently to Chelsea,” Mourinho asserted.
As Chelsea prepares to face Fulham with the aim of maintaining their lead in the Premier League standings, Mourinho hinted at the possibility of Eto’o featuring in the match. Despite the recent controversy, Mourinho indicated that his relationship with Eto’o remains unchanged.
Known for his ability to excel when challenged, Eto’o may seize the opportunity to demonstrate his prowess on the field by adding to his impressive goal tally for Chelsea.
