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Arsenal legend Robert Pires believes Jose Mourinho could quit Manchester United and join a ‘top club’ like PSG

ARSENAL legend Robert Pires believes Jose Mourinho could quit Manchester United and join a "top club" like PSG.

The French midfielder, 43, revealed it would be great to see the Special One head to the Ligue 1 giants in an incredible swipe at the Old Trafford club.

 Jose Mourinho could join PSG to run a "top" club, according to Robert Pires
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Jose Mourinho could join PSG to run a "top" club, according to Robert PiresCredit: Rex Features

Pires also added PSG is not an unrealistic option for Mourinho... as the Man United boss has a close relationship with the owner.

Speaking to bwin, Pires claimed: "Why not? It would be great to see Jose Mourinho at a top club like PSG.

"It might be his next job, Jose has good relations with the owner of PSG.

"He loves the big challenge and there's very few bigger challenges now than managing PSG."

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Robert Pires has had his say on Jose Mourinho, Man City and Harry KaneCredit: Getty

Sticking with PSG, Pires also added they are one of the favourites to win the Champions League this season... behind Manchester City.

The ex-Gunners ace revealed: "It's difficult to say.


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"You can only go off their performances in the Champions League as Ligue 1 isn't of the same standard.

"They can win the Champions League, but I think they will reach the semi-final.

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Man City are Champions League favourites and Kevin De Bruyne is Prem's bestCredit: Reuters
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"I think this is the first aim. With Real Madrid, Barcelona and Man City, they face tough opposition.

"I think Manchester City are the best team in Europe at the moment, with PSG just behind.

"I think Manchester City will win the Champions League. They have the strongest squad in Europe.

"If you look at their bench, they've got another first team available – the likes of Bernardo Silva were starting for one of the best teams in Europe last season."

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Harry Kane is one of the Premier League's best, says Robert PiresCredit: Getty Images - Getty
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Meanwhile, Pires revealed Kevin De Bruyne is one of the best players in Europe, but not THE best... yet.

He added: "I don't think he's the best in Europe.

"But he's the best player in the Premier League at the moment, with Harry Kane right alongside him."

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