Renewal talks: Rui Costa on Benfica star’s contract aims | OneFootball

Rui Costa once again clarified the details of the contract that links José Mourinho to Benfica. According to the current President, the terms of the contract are designed to 'protect' the potential winner of the elections, allowing them to end the professional relationship with the Special One without incurring high costs for the club.

In the exclusive interview he gave to RTP - where he discussed the current state of the team - the President explained the concept behind the coach's contract: "This clause exists because Mourinho understands the club's current situation and it gives another candidate, who does not wish for Mourinho's continuity, the ability to facilitate an exit without having to pay the entire contract."

Regarding the continuity of the Portuguese coach, Rui Costa explained that it would only happen under a certain unanimous scenario: "I think I can speak for everyone when I say that the renewal of Mourinho would mean Benfica is as everyone wants it to be."

Without clarifying whether his election would guarantee José Mourinho's continuity in the following season, the Leader of the Benfica universe provided assurance about the coach's permanence: "We have to think that the clause will not be valid, but rather a renewal due to the successes he might achieve."

Finally, Rui Costa recalled the duration of the contract between the two parties and stated that the Special One's position is not currently at risk: "I believe it is the wish of all candidates. At the time, we will see. He has a two-year contract. There is no rush."

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