Waiting to greet them in Istanbul is former United boss Jose Mourinho, who took charge of Fenerbahce in June, and ex-Red Devils midfielders Fred and Sofyan Amrabat, with all three men having a point to prove.

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Jose Mourinho could be forgiven a few knowing glances and the temptation to say “I told you so” this week as he prepares to face his former club Manchester United with Fenerbahce in the Europa League in Istanbul.