Abel Ferreira, Palmeiras coach, does not doubt Pep Guardiola's level as a coach. Yes indeed, would like to see you work in lower-level clubs that you usually manage to “put him to the test.” The equipment you would like me to bring It would be Porto to see if they would be able to achieve the Champions League, a trophy raised by José Mourinho in 2004.
On ESPN Brazil's 'Bola da Vez' program, Ferreira suggested that the Manchester City manager try a different adventure. “I would like Guardiola to say 'no, now I'm going to coach Porto, I'm going to Portugal to be European champion.'
Despite these statements, the Palmeiras coach acknowledges that Guardiola is one of its references. “I admire him deeply,” he said.
Ferreira stays with Mourinho before Guardiola: “It is one thing to reach clubs that spend a fortune to build final squads, and quite another to not have that opportunity. In that sense, Mourinho won at Porto, at Inter fifty years after the last Champions League. For me he is a reference, if I see him, I bow to him ”.
His admiration is total and he emphasizes it. “I never spoke personally with Mourinho, we just exchanged a message. For me, he is a great reference in Portuguese football, it was he who opened the door to everyone. For my part, there will always be great admiration, “he concluded.