Mourinho lauds 'confident' Man Utd after Swansea thrashing
Manchester United last completed a Premier League and FA Cup double back in 1999 when they went on to complete a historic treble under Sir Alex Ferguson.
Mourinho’s men have started this term in fine fashion winning both of their league games 4-0 against West Ham and Swansea respectively.
And according to The Sun, Mourinho outlined his target during a pre-season speech to the squad.
The Portuguese tactician supposedly told his squad the aim should be to win the Double and reach at least the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
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Jose Mourinho wants his side to win the Double this term
The target he has given the players reflects how positive he feels about this group
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A source told The Sun: “The target he has given the players reflects how positive he feels about this group.
“He has made them believe in what can be achieved and there is a real confidence in this squad they can do it.”
United’s last league triumph came in 2013 when Ferguson was still in charge.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils were given a boost when Luke Shaw returned from injury to play in the Under-23s on Monday.
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Luke Shaw could return to first-team action soon
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Speaking about his return, Shaw said: “I’m feeling really good and I’m looking for the first-team spot now.
“When the manager needs me I’m going to be ready.”
United are next up in action against Leicester on Saturday (5:30pm).
