Mourinho and John Terry have always enjoyed a close relationship and now the flame will flicker again

In reuniting one of Europe’s richest clubs with one of the world’s outstanding managers, success of a sort is almost guaranteed by José Mourinho’s return to Chelsea. Trophies, yes — but not the thrilling sense of making history.

Chelsea may win the Barclays Premier League next season, but it will not be like claiming the first title in 50 years when Frank Lampard danced through to score at the Reebok Stadium.

Mourinho may deliver the Champions League, but he cannot be the first manager to hand the cup with big ears to Roman Abramovich.

Chelsea fans rejoice now that they have their José back, and their joy is understandable, but the rest of us approach Mourinho: The Return as the sequel that can never match