Jose Mourinho salary at Man Utd: How much was Mourinho paid as Man Utd manager?

Manchester United today announced Jose Mourinho’s dismissal after two and a half years in the job.

A United statement said: “A caretaker-manager will be appointed until the end of the season while the club conducts a thorough recruitment process for a new, full-time manager.

“The club would like to thank Jose for his work during his time at Manchester United and to wish him success in the future.”

The Red Devils confirmed Manchester United coach Michael Carrick will manage the team for the next 48 hours until a replacement was arranged.

Portuguese manager Jose was reported to earn £20.7 million ($27m) a year in the top job.

But he earned millions more thanks to endorsements and sponsorships said to be in the region of £38.4m, equivalent to $50m.

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