“I Am the Biggest One”: José Mourinho Declares Himself Chelsea’s Greatest Manager Ahead of Benfica UCL Clash

José Mourinho has once again lived up to his “Special One” reputation, boldly proclaiming that he remains Chelsea’s greatest-ever manager. Speaking ahead of Benfica’s Champions’ League group stage clash with the Blues at Stamford Bridge, Mourinho stated that his place in history is secure until another coach surpasses his record of three Premier League titles.

Mourinho returns to London with Benfica just 11 days after taking charge of the Portuguese giants, following his departure from Fenerbahce. The highly-anticipated tie against Chelsea will mark an emotional reunion with the club where he cemented his legendary status.

At his pre-match press conference, held inside the same stadium where he famously called himself the “Special One” two decades ago, Mourinho reminded everyone of his legacy.

“I am the biggest one until someone wins four,” he declared, doubling down on the confidence that has defined his career.

Mourinho reflected on his time at Chelsea, where he won three league titles across two spells, helping transform the club into a European powerhouse. While he acknowledged Chelsea’s continued success, including their Champions League triumphs, he insisted that his role in laying the foundation should never be forgotten.

“I will always be a blue. I am part of their history, and they are part of my history. I helped them to become a bigger Chelsea, and they helped me to become a bigger José,” he said.

Despite his affection for the club, Mourinho stressed that his focus is firmly on Benfica. “For the 90 minutes, I am not a blue anymore. I am Benfica red now,” he told reporters.

The clash comes at a tense moment for Chelsea, with current manager Enzo Maresca under pressure after a poor run of form. Mourinho’s return to Stamford Bridge is expected to stir mixed emotions among fans, torn between nostalgia for their most successful manager and loyalty to the present team.

As the Champions League anthem rings out in West London, all eyes will be on Mourinho, whose return reignites old memories while opening a new chapter with Benfica. For Chelsea, the match is not just about securing points it’s about withstanding the psychological shadow of their most iconic manager.