Take Time For Yourself, Jurgen Klopp Tells Jose Mourinho

Mourinho presented himself as a figure transformed from the fiery character who fell out with Abramovich in 2007, but it was not long before the combativeness returned.

Terry’s tribute to Mourinho comes after Cesc Fabregas and Cesar Azpilicueta took to social media to also thank the former Chelsea boss for his work at the club.

Mourinho left Chelsea sitting in 16th spot in the Premier League standings and just a single point above the relegation zone.

Carneiro’s role was downgraded, leading to her leaving the club on September 22 and now seeking legal recourse.

Opposing fans have taunted Mourinho with chants of “You’re not special any more” – a cheeky reference to his opening statement when he first joined the club from Porto in 2004. Mourinho felt the goals conceded against Leicester showed that his players have not been following all the trainings they have been undergoing.

“Chelsea Football Club and Jose Mourinho have today parted company by mutual consent”, the London club’s statement read.

“The club’s focus is now on ensuring our talented squad reaches its potential”, Chelsea said.

The same bond was in evidence last season, when the Blues romped to the title and League Cup, with Terry an integral part of the success.

Hiddink was interim boss at Stamford Bridge following Luiz Felipe Scolari’s dismissal in February 2009 but always made it clear he would not stay beyond the end of the season, one which ended with victory over Everton at Wembley.

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe, who claimed a shock 1-0 victory over Mourinho’s Chelsea this month to add to the woes of the Portuguese, said Mourinho had succumbed to the present trend of firing managers.

However, poor results have determined his sacking, with the likes of Juande Ramos and Guus Hiddink in line to take control for the remainder of the season.

He said: “Ten years ago, the Premier League was always a bit different”.

The Blues are also eyeing Bayern Munich coach and Mourinho’s great rival Pep Guardiola, although the former Barcelona man may be hard to prise away from the German giants and has reportedly demanded the signing of 10 new players to seal a transfer.