Phil Jones grateful for Mourinho’s compliments

Matt Stead

Phil Jones says he is delighted at the faith shown in him by Jose Mourinho, but that there is no room for complacency.

Jones looked to be on his way out of Manchester United under Louis van Gaal after a devastating period of injuries, but has played his way back into the team.

That drew praise from Mourinho, who said last month:

“Jones is doing this season much better than in the previous two seasons and he’s giving hope to everyone that he can be back to normality.

“And who knows? Be back to the national team, be a firm choice at Manchester United, because he’s doing very well.”

When asked about those quotes, Jones said he was obviously pleased to be impressing the new manager.

“It’s been brilliant,” Jones said.

“He’s shown a lot of confidence and belief in me and hopefully I’m repaying that.

“It’s always nice to share comments from the manager and other people that you’re doing well.

“I’m not under any illusions, though.

“In this game you can be up there one minute and down the next, so I need to keep going and keep improving.”