# Smalling's Next Move: Mourinho, Ferguson, and Club Hunt

Chris Smalling is weighing his next career step, with links to former managers Jose Mourinho and Sir Alex Ferguson. The article explores where the defender might go as he searches for a new club. This matters for football fans following the transfer window and Smalling's future.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c935ng33l36o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:06:54 GMT