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The Football Association has announced that Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho, has been charged with misconduct over comments he made about the referee in charge of this month's Liverpool game.

Manchester United manager, Jose Mourinho Reuters / Eddie Keogh Livepic

United's outspoken Portuguese boss now faces a disciplinary hearing after questioning referee Anthony Taylor's suitability to take charge of the October 17 game at Anfield.

Mourinho was contacted by the FA regarding his comments and the body has now charged him with misconduct.

"Jose Mourinho has been charged with misconduct in respect of comments he made relating to the appointed match referee, prior to the Liverpool v Manchester United fixture on Monday 17 October 2016," the FA said in a statement.

"It is alleged his comments were improper and/or brought the game into disrepute contrary to FA Rule E3(1)."

The Portugese manager has until the end of this month to respond to a charge of improper conduct and bringing the game into disrepute.

Remarks claiming that Taylor's appointment would put him under undue pressure were put to Mourinho ahead of the October 17 match.

In response, the United boss said: "I think Mr Taylor is a very good referee but I think somebody with intention is putting such a pressure on him that I feel that it will be difficult for him to have a very good performance."

Managers are not supposed to speak about referees prior to matches.

Taylor issued four yellow cards - all to Manchester United - in the 0-0 draw.