Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho knows Sporting CP are going through a difficult time.
Mourinho says he admires Sporting for how they're remaining competitive, despite their financial problems.
"I'm not a frequent watcher of Portuguese football, but remain a big fan," said the former Porto coach.
"I do not know the reality of Sporting but I know they are doing a difficult thing, which is to compete to win, but in the middle of a financial crisis. And doing it with fewer resources than Benfica and FC Porto in a moment of major transition that requires focus.
"They've done well signing players and, in addition, preventing the exit of others. And now have a side that allows them to be Sporting again."
