Jose Mourinho spoke about the Ballon d'Or at the press conference before the league match against Racing Santander. Kane was awarded the Ballon d'Or on Monday, and Mourinho said he was happy for him while also frustrated that his player Kylian Mbappe did not win.
Mourinho on Kane's award
Mourinho said: "I had the privilege of working with Harry Kane. He is a top player and a great professional. Of course I was frustrated that my player did not win. But even in the face of that disappointment, I am happy for Harry, who at his age deserves such an award for his entire career."
Time together at Tottenham Hotspur
Mourinho coached Kane for 86 competitive matches at Tottenham Hotspur between 2019 and 2021.
Comments on Mbappe and Bellingham
The Portuguese said: "On the other hand, Kylian is unique. Players such as Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Platini have won the Ballon d'Or several times. The Ballon d'Or is awarded every year, but there can only be one best player in World Cup history. As for the Ballon d'Or voting, Jude Bellingham's placing surprised me a little more than anything else. He finished 11th. I do not want to comment further on that."
