Jose Mourinho: Premier League Title is not my priority

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has continued to play down his side’s chances of winning the title this season, despite the West Londoners going top of the table after a convincing 3-0 victory over Newcastle at the weekend, reports Goal.

The Portuguese has deflected questions about the Blues’ title bid onto his rivals in recent weeks and is adamant the he will not be disappointed is his side fails to secure the title this season.

“It won’t be disappointing if we don’t finish top. I will be disappointed if my team can’t keep this level. If we don’t win tomorrow [at West Brom] it’s not just about the title contenders [going above us], it’s about Spurs and Everton closing the gap.

“Do I like to be top of the league? Of course I like. I don’t how many points it will take to finish top. Every team in the league will be very influential,” he declared.

However, with Chelsea one point clear of their rivals, they are clearly in the race for the Premier League crown, whether Mourinho wishes to continue to deny the fact or not. A master of taking pressure off of his players, Mourinho is unlikely to be repeating the same message behind closed doors to his players at Stamford Bridge.

Meanwhile, Mourinho praised Eden Hazard, who has been in excellent form of late, scoring a hat-trick at the weekend to take his tally for the season to 12.

“He’s a tremendous young guy, so special,” he continued. “He’s a family guy, he’s married with kids, and he’s very stable. Hazard is more strong physically and mentally. He likes to win and he accepts the responsibility of being a big player,” Mourinho insisted.

There was good news for Fernando Torres and John Terry on the injury front too.

“John Terry is still out. Fernando is back and available for selection. I expect John to be back for the next game [against City],” said Mourinho.