Jose Mourinho, the manager of Chelsea at the time, responded to rumors about FC Barcelona’s interest in Thibaut Courtois. The Belgian goalkeeper, who was excelling at Atlético Madrid on loan from Chelsea, had attracted attention from top European clubs, including Barcelona. Mourinho downplayed Barcelona’s potential interest, emphasizing that Courtois was under contract with Chelsea. He expressed confidence in having both Peter Cech, whom he regarded as the best goalkeeper in the world, and Thibaut Courtois, considered the best young goalkeeper. Mourinho’s comments suggested that Chelsea was in control of the situation regarding Courtois’ future.
THIBAUT COURTOIS: MOURINHO USES HIM TO TAKE REVENGE ON BARÇA
