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Jose Mourinho press conference LIVE: Tottenham’s new manager meets media for first time at Spurs

New Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho held his first press conference this afternoon and you can catch up with the latest LIVE reaction and best quotes below.

Mourinho was appointed yesterday by Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy, as the club moved quickly to replace Mauricio Pochettino.

The Argentine was adored by the club’s supporters and helped steer them to the Champions League final last season, but Spurs have struggled in recent weeks and are currently languishing in the bottom half of the Premier League table. This is what Mourinho had to say:

What they have said

Jose Mourinho

“I am excited to be joining a club with such a great heritage and such passionate supporters.

“The quality in both the squad and the academy excites me. Working with these players is what has attracted me.”

Daniel Levy

“In Jose we have one of the most successful managers in football.

“He has a wealth of experience, can inspire teams and is a great tactician. He has won honours at every club he has coached.

“We believe he will bring energy and belief to the dressing room.”