Jose Mourinho will not be taking sabbatical after Chelsea sacking

Baku. 19 December. REPORT.AZ/ Jose Mourinho will not be taking a break following his sacking by Chelsea on Thursday, Report informs citing BBC.

The Portuguese manager was dismissed after nine defeats in 16 Premier League games this season which left the Blues one point above the relegation zone.

"He will not be taking a sabbatical, he isn't tired, he doesn't need it," said a statement from the agency which represents the 52-year-old.

"He is very positive and is already looking forward."

Former Netherlands boss Guus Hiddink is set to succeed Mourinhoand become Chelsea's interim manager for the rest of the campaign.

Mourinho joined Chelsea for a second time when he took over at the Stamford Bridge club in June 2013.

He led them to the Premier League title and League Cup last season and was rewarded with a four-year contract in the summer.