There is now a belief that Mourinho could have made a much stronger impression had he immediately succeeded Ferguson.
His character indicated that he would have embraced the challenge of replacing the Scot, confident that he could achieve even greater success.
While Moyes appeared uncertain in the transfer market, Mourinho would probably have acted decisively to complete the necessary deals.
Sources insist that Thiago Alcantara’s planned transfer from Barcelona would have gone through.
United may also have avoided the confusion surrounding Marouane Fellaini, who eventually arrived from Everton for £27.5m on deadline day after an opportunity to activate a cheaper release clause had passed.
According to those familiar with the situation, Fellaini would not have been recruited at all.
Mourinho even shared his assessment of several potential targets with United, including Italian midfielder Daniele de Rossi.
Beyond making new signings, Mourinho was also expected to draw stronger performances from the experienced players already in the squad.
It is widely acknowledged that Ferguson maximised the potential of his final championship-winning team, which performed well beyond expectations. Even so, the subsequent decline to seventh place was both severe and surprising.
The players have also found it difficult to explain precisely what caused the downturn. However, many still believe Mourinho’s leadership would have motivated them to deliver more.
In the documentary, Ferguson clearly and vividly recalls Mourinho becoming tearful while explaining why he was unable to take the position.
It proved to be a major setback for Manchester United, and the club arguably continues to feel its effects.
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