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Mourinho can't afford to return from Europa League final empty-handed

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Jose Mourinho believes it will be a successful season for Manchester United, even if they don't win the Europa League.

Manchester United booked their place in the final of the Europa League on Thursday night, following a 1-1 draw with Celta Vigo. They have essentially sacrificed their Premier League campaign this season to further their progression in the Europa League. Or their progression in the Europa League damaged their ability to compete for a top-four finish.

Jose Mourinho has never been a fan of the competition, but with every round that United managed to get through, the appeal to get in to the Champions League through the back door grew.