Scott McTominay says Jose Mourinho has a special place in his heart

Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay has opened up on his relationship with former boss Jose Mourinho nearly one year after the tactician left the club.

The Portuguese born manager was shown the exit doors at Old Trafford last December after failing to get the best out of his players. United, however, hired Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as a replacement for the former Real Madrid and Chelsea coach.

McTominay, according to Daily Mail reveals he still in contact with the 56-year-old who spent two and a half years at the Theater of Dreams.

"Jose is very special to me, he even keeps in contact now." ✨

Scott McTominay says Jose Mourinho holds a 'special place in my heart' and his former manager still keeps in touch.

Watch our full feature with the Manchester United midfielder here: https://t.co/8ZIZ8Judwr pic.twitter.com/hNKksX54YI

— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) October 15, 2019

"I owe a tremendous amount of credit to him because if it wasn't for him I might not necessarily be sitting in this seat.

Scott McTominay on Jose Mourinho pic.twitter.com/ebItW82CNq

— Jose Mourinho (@bayoadegboyega2) October 15, 2019