After losing out on the league title, CAF Champions League and Nedbank Cup in his final weeks in charge, the Spanish coach lost his intensity which led to immediate problems when he took on the Red Devils hotseat.
In a surprising twist to normal tribal loyalties this Blues fan wishes the Red Devils were at the global tournament to enhance the status of the championship.
The former Pirates coach admits the Egyptian giants campaign had been disappointing but pointed to his short time at the helm and the positives he can take away from his first competitive games in charge.