Jose Mourinho ‘wants Manchester United to prove how much they value him’ amid PSG interest

Jose Mourinho is expecting Manchester United to show how much they value him amid interest from Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain, report the Manchester Evening News.

The Portuguese coach knows the option of a move to Paris Saint-Germain has strengthened his hand ahead of contract negotiations – and wants executive vice chairman Ed Woodward to come up with an offer in-keeping with his status as one of the world’s super coaches.

Mourinho’s long-term future is the subject of increasing speculation, which he has done little to quell.

With 18 months to run on his current deal – and an option of a further year – there is no cause for panic at United yet. But the former Chelsea and Real Madrid manager’s status is threatening to become a distraction.

PSG are seen as an ideal escape route for Mourinho, who has cut an unsettled figure in recent weeks – picking his battles with fans and the media.

The 54-year-old described the French side as ‘special’ in an interview last month and the potential of move there is said to be very real.

It marks a dramatic shift in his situation, having spoken of his desire to manage at United for 15 years in the summer.

His willingness to enter into negotiations over a contract extension is evidence he still sees his future at Old Trafford.

But any deal will be dependent on whether he believes United are sufficiently rewarding him for winning two major trophies in his first season at the club and see him as the man to turn them into the dominant force in English once more.