Published 17:04 IST, June 1st 2020

Jose Mourinho asks Premier League players to stop being 'selfish' and think about fans

Spurs' boss Jose Mourinho also showed concern about his player's health but looked to change his mind since the government approved the restart of the league.

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Legendary manr Jose Mourinho has backed FA's decision to restart Premier League after a 3-month halt. Premier League is set to return on June 17 after competition was suspended amidst coronavirus pandemic. However, many players and coaches have shown concern over return of league. Many believe that English board is rushing towards starting league as it can massively impact health of players. While Jose Mourinho ackwledged concern previously,  UK Government's 'Project Restart' seems to have made him change his mind on issue.

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What Jose Mourinho has to say about Premier League return

As reported by Sun, Jose Mourinho has asked his fellow Premier League players to t be selfish at this moment. ' Special One' stated that it's time for m to give back to ir fans. Tottenham boss opined that injuries or ill-health should be least of players' concerns as maximum security will be provided to m at this point and that playing is paramount. 

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Premier League return: Jose Mourinho on 'Project Restart'

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Premier League return: Jose Mourinho and his outburst on PL manrs

57-year-old Jose Mourinho apparently lost his cool over Premier League manrs who were against 'Project Restart' earlier last month. As reported by  Mirror, Jose Mourinho voiced his opinion against manrs, who stood against return of Premier League. Jose Mourinho, in a recent League Manrs' Association meeting, reportedly told his fellow Premier League manrs to 'stay home and watch Bundesliga' if y don't want Premier League to return. Premier League manrs like Pep Guardiola, Nigel Pearson, Graham Potter and Frank Lampard are t yet convinced that it is right time for Premier League to resume.

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Premier League fixtures

Man City vs Arsenal and Aston Villa vs Sheffield United will be first two Premier League fixtures to be played on tournament's return.

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Premier League return: Premier League standings

  1. Liverpool (82)
  2. Manchester City (57)
  3. Leicester City (53)
  4. Chelsea (48)
  5. Manchester United (45)
  6. Wolves (43)
  7. Sheffield United (43)
  8. Tottenham (41)
  9. Arsenal (40)
  10. Burnley (39)

17:04 IST, June 1st 2020