5 things Jose Mourinho's potential contract extension means for Manchester United 

#2 Much needed stability

The Europa League triumph meant a lot to him

What Jose has given to every United fan is that peace of mind that comes with the assurance that the Red Devils are moving in the right direction.

Much has been talked about the negative manoeuvers deployed in big games and 'Park the Bus' tactics that are deployed to save slender leads, but the truth is that no United fan would trade the three trophies from last season for beautiful, fluid football.

Mourinho might not play the 'United way' but he knows how to get results. With this contract extension, he provides the guarantee that the vision he has for the club will be seen through to the end.

Too much chopping and changing in the managerial role has hurt United but the promise that he is willing to stay at the club will ensure that the backroom staff, as well as the players he has brought in, have an idea about his tactics and the way he works- something which will ultimately benefit the club.