Pepe cools Mourinho talk, but leaves Real Madrid door open: “Never know” | OneFootball

Pepe returned to the Bernabéu this Saturday to take part in a legends match between Real Madrid and Inter Milan, receiving a warm ovation when he stepped onto the pitch. After the game, the former centre-back spoke to the Spanish media in the mixed zone and commented on the rumours about a possible return to the blanco club as José Mourinho’s assistant.

The former Portugal international insisted he had received no invitation: “It was all just speculation. I woke up one morning and asked myself what was going on here, I knew nothing about it.”

However, he does not completely rule out the possibility of returning to the club where he spent 10 years: “When we talk about Real Madrid, I’m always very grateful. You never know… If someone needs me, like today, to play and help the lads, I’m always available for Real Madrid.”

As for the Portuguese coach’s return, Pepe believes Mourinho will have what it takes to win trophies again with the club.

“The most important thing is for the club to be united. It was an important moment for there to be that unity between the club, the fans and the players. Mourinho is a key figure in making sure everyone is on the same wavelength and in helping Real turn things around. He will definitely win titles again,” he says.

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