Mourinho, Ferguson & search for new club - what next for Smalling?
Snubbing university, genetics testing for supplements, Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho - Chris Smalling is not your ordinary footballer.
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Notable Quotes
"I know my body now better than when I was 26 and that's shown in the games I'm playing."
— Chris Smalling , Athlete
"It wasn't even plan D."
— Chris Smalling , Athlete
"He told me I would get a chance and he believed in me."
— Chris Smalling , Athlete
Key People
Chris Smalling is a professional footballer who has played for clubs like Manchester United and Roma and has represented England.
Jose Mourinho is a Portuguese football manager with a celebrated coaching career.
Roy Hodgson is a football manager and former player who has managed various clubs and national teams, including England.
Sir Alex Ferguson is a legendary Scottish football manager and former manager of Manchester United.
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Snubbing university, genetics testing for supplements, Sir Alex Ferguson and Jose Mourinho - Chris Smalling is not your ordinary footballer.
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