After yet another disappointing season under the enigmatic Louis van Gaal, the appointment of José Mourinho as manager has inspired fresh hope for the red side of Manchester.

A club steeped in past glories has faltered since the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson, and after attempts at finding long-term replacements, Mourinho represents a push for instant success.

A manager renowned for finding the quickest path to glory, regardless of the bridges he burns along the way, Jose Mourinho has a knack for guaranteeing short-term success, and leaving not long after.

Mourinho’s philosophy, along with the acquisition of Zlatan Ibrahimović, signifies a concerted effort to quell the unrest among supporters, who had become so accustomed to consistent glory.

However, it’s the stopgap nature of United’s decisions that could see the same problems re-surface once Mourinho and Ibrahimović characteristically move on.

A manager notorious for ignoring youth, Mourinho felt it necessary to bring a list of academy players he had promoted to first team football throughout his career, in a desperate attempt to prove a point at his first United press conference.

A club with a reputation for producing talent, including the likes of David Beckham, Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs, fans will need to get used to a new way of thinking.

Moreover, with the addition of 35-year old Zlatan, along with his legendary ego, promising youngsters Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford will have to take a backseat going into the new campaign.

While trophies undoubtedly follow both Mourinho and Ibrahimović wherever they go, the real question is whether Manchester United have chosen the right path.

A Mourinho path will almost definitely include fiery press conferences, managerial battles and a style of football that is far from what United fans are used to.

A world away from the club that Sir Alex Ferguson thrust to the peak of European football, there’s no doubt that these changes will work to shake things up.

Only time will tell if things change for the good.