Jose Mourinho's odds on leaving Chelsea slashed following Liverpool loss
Saturday 31 October 2015 18:11, UK
Jose Mourinho's odds to leave Chelsea have been significantly cut again following their 3-1 defeat to Liverpool, with the Blues now shorter to be relegated than to retain their title.
Sky Bet have cut the 'Special One' from 4/5 to just 1/3 to be the next Premier League manager to leave their post, while reporting sustained interest in his departure despite the short odds.
Indeed, Mourinho is now 4/7 to go before next Saturday's trip to Stoke, live on Sky Sports 1, and 2/1 to still be in charge come the turn of the year.
Philippe Coutinho struck twice before substitute Christian Benteke wrapped up the win after Ramires had given the hosts an early lead at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea's sixth defeat makes this their worst start to a league season since 1978/79 with Mourinho losing nine of his last 17 games in all competitions compared to just four defeats in 54 games last season.
The Blues are now out to 150/1 to retain their title and 13/8 just to qualify for the Champions League next season, while they are 100/1 to be playing Championship football next season.
Mourinho refused to answer any questions in his post-match interview, repeatedly stating "I have nothing to say".
Sky Bet's Marcus Berry said: "We initially cut Mourinho's odds to 2/5 with interest anticipated but, with stakes high from the moment we re-opened the betting, his odds have come in even further."
