Mourinho focussed more on Europa League than City derby


Britain Football Soccer - Burnley v Manchester United - Premier League - Turf Moor - 23/4/17 Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho applauds fans after the match Reuters / Andrew Yates Livepic

BURNLEY, England (Reuters) - Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho said he was prioritising the Europa League despite his team being able to jump above Manchester City into the fourth Champions League qualification spot with a win in Thursday's derby.

United's 2-0 win at Burnley in the Premier League on Sunday brings them within a point of fourth-placed City ahead of the derby clash at the Etihad Stadium.

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