Mourinho: Wenger got what he deserves from Arsenal board

Jose Mourinho has praised Arsenal’s board for their “fantastic treatment” of manager Arsene Wenger.

The Manchester United boss, who hasn’t always had the best relationship with the Frenchman, believes the Frenchman got what he deserved, with his new two-year deal.

Wenger signed the contract in May, despite the Gunners finishing in fifth last season and a large section of fans demanding that he leaves.

Speaking at a press conference in Los Angeles, Mourinho said: “The way Wenger was treated, I think two more years of contract is fantastic treatment.

“That is what every manager wants, to be strong enough to make their own decisions to forget the media opinions, the pundits’ opinions and the supporters’ opinions.

“I think Mr Wenger got exactly what every manager wants. A strong club, two more years of contract and conditions to try to win titles. Fantastic treatment from the Arsenal board. That is what he deserves and that is what every manager wants.”