We love him: Mourinho responds as Chelsea legend backed to return from America

Didier Drogba has scored 12 goals in 12 MLS games for Montreal Impact

JOSE MOURINHO praised Didier Drogba but ruled out bringing him back to the club on loan.

 

The Blues legend is currently plying his trade with MLS side Montreal Impact, where he has scored 12 goals in as many games.

With Chelsea in something of a rut - languishing in 15th in the Premier League table - some reports suggests an emotional reunion could be on the cards.

And while Mourinho insists Drogba will always hold a special place in Chelsea hearts, he says there is no chance of bringing him back to Stamford Bridge.

 

He said: "Do you want me to compare the Premier League with the MLS? 

"Didier will always offer something to a club and the group that loves him and that he loves. No doubt about it. But will I bring him back? No."

In two spells with the club, the Ivory Coast striker scored 164 goals in 381 appearances in all competitions.

 

Jose Mourinho says Chelsea will always love Drogba but ruled out bringing him back to the club

 Their recent struggles suggest they could do with some of those goals and they appear to be lacking competition up front.

With Diego Costa a regular doubt due to fitness and disciplinary concerns, stand-ins Loic Remy and Radamel Falcao have hardly been convincing in front of goal when called upon.

Reports suggest they could go back into the market for attacking reinforcements during the January transfer window.

Shakthar Donetsk star Alex Teixeira has been linked with a move along with Isco from Real Madrid.