Mourinho describes dropping Casillas as a success, says he is keen to defeat United

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho, has hailed his decision to drop Iker Casillas, as a success, as it was a big proof that coaches are responsible for picking the team.

The former Inter Milan boss, picked Antonio Adrian ahead of the club’s number one, in the 3-2 loss to Malaga and in his typical manner, he has played down the defeat.

“Maybe it looked like a bad week, but it’s been fantastic,” he told reporters in UAE.

“Football changes greatly, but there is one thing that doesn’t: the teams continue to be picked by the coaches.”

The Blancos have been drawn against Manchester United in the Champions League Round of 16. The Portuguese says he is looking forward to the tie.

“It’ll be a thrilling clash and we’re keen to beat a team who have a different philosophy to Real Madrid.”

One player who all eyes will be on before the two legs of the tie, will be Cristiano Ronaldo, who left the left two years ago.

“He’s a star, everyone wants a player like him, because of his character and his determination,” he said.

“Everyone knows he’s the best and they are right behind him. His natural habitat is at the world’s biggest teams.”

Mourinho also rubbished reports that he was set to take the Paris Saint Germain job.

“My future at PSG? I do not think so,” the ex-Inter boss added. “I think that Ancelotti is good and will be very successful in Paris.”

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