Ex-Benfica player: Mourinho can revive his career at Luz | OneFootball

Carlitos, former Benfica player, expressed his delight with the hiring of José Mourinho by the Clube da Luz. The former Eagles forward was once coached by José Mourinho at Clube da Luz during the 2000/01 season and gave an interview to Notícias ao Minuto, where he discussed the return of the Special One to Portugal. He is not the first former Benfica player to comment on Mourinho's return.

"I welcome José Mourinho's return to Portuguese football and to his country. I had the honor of being coached by him, and he is undoubtedly one of the best coaches of all time. With his experience, he will make Benfica stronger both mentally and in football terms, which should be normal with the current squad. I have respect for Bruno Lage, but it was clear that with any less favorable result, things would be difficult. The fan base was not very patient," Carlitos began to explain.

The forward who played for the Eagles between 2000 and 2004 continued: "We are talking about someone with proven credentials. Mourinho has not lost his qualities and comes to Portugal eager to prove himself at Benfica, which made a huge step with this hiring. He will have to adapt to the players and vice versa as well. His way of working and winning is contagious. I believe in attractive football with visible results."

"I don't think this is Mourinho's last opportunity at a big club, but it is a great chance to revive his career, not that it is lost. We know he comes from some dismissals, and this union will work. Benfica is a great club that will offer the best conditions to one of the most renowned coaches in Europe," said Carlitos, who played more than 50 games wearing the Eagles' jersey.

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