"We have to get used to Jose's public 'observations' and I don't mind them at all, they are quite amusing.
"There are parts surrounding his club which don't do it for me, but his management has been good for the game. It's created an impression and I don't think it's done Chelsea any harm because it's given them a great profile, a profile they've never had. He's a manager who'll come in for a drink after a game no matter what the result. I appreciate that. When do you get an opportunity to sit down with other managers?"
Mourinho:
"The way I look at the Premiership they are second to us.When I look at the fight for the championship I am not looking at Wigan, Charlton or Aston Villa. I look at Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United. And at the moment United are the team closest to us. If they beat us, they will be third." Wigan and Charlton were probably expecting as much, but Aston Villa? How long is it since Mourinho looked at a league table?
Fergie again:
"I think he's right.. We are the team who can challenge them. We have the ability to win, no doubt about that, but we know we are up against a very good team on a fantastic run. Their consistency is terrific."