Jose Mourinho threw wild pre-season bash for players with Snoop Dogg in attendance

Jose Mourinho once threw a wild pre-season party for his Chelsea players during a tour of America - and even rapper Snoop Dogg showed up

Posted Saturday, March 13, 2021 by Dailystar.co.uk

Jose Mourinho may be known for his harsh treatment of his players, but former Chelsea defender Wayne Bridge has revealed he went all-out for a pre-season bash in America.

The Portuguese boss was manager at Stamford Bridge for two different spells, and managed Bridge from 2004-2007 before the defender moved on.

During that time, Mourinho won two Premier League titles and became adored by Blues fans.

Mourinho had the impression of being a tough leader, and was known for being strict with his players.

However, he once deviated from that approach during a pre-season tour of America, former left-back Bridge has now claimed.

Wayne Bridge has opened up on Jose Mourinho's pre-season parties at Chelsea

Speaking to the Rig Biz Podcast, Bridge explained that Mourinho decided to throw his players a big pre-season party out in America.

The former left-back revealed that no expense was spared, and that rapper Snoop Dogg turned up.

"He was good for the lads," Bridge said of Mourinho.

"There were times we've had pre-seasons in America, and he's thrown a party.

"And when I say thrown a party, I mean Snoop Dogg's there; everyone's there.

"But you see how he treats some players and I think it's a bit harsh sometimes."

Bridge went on to praise Mourinho's managerial ability, but admitted he finds it funny to see his old boss lose his temper from time to time.

"He's a great coach but where he's had a bit of a tough time at United and Tottenham, sometimes he looks like a spoilt is throwing his teddies out of the pram," he added.

"I don't think he deals with it that well sometimes. But it's funny to watch, I love seeing that."