The definitive list: 20 best players to play under Jose Mourinho, including Ronaldo & in-form Chelsea duo

9) Deco

Although more famous now for his time with Barcelona, Deco played a huge part in Mourinho’s rise to prominence at Porto. The Portuguese playmaker was a class act for the Special One, helping him to glory in the UEFA Cup and Champions League in consecutive years. He later went on to play for Chelsea as well, but not under Mourinho.