Fernando Tavares pushes for key Benfica player to sign new deal | OneFootball

The former vice-president of Benfica, Fernando Tavares, has publicly advocated for the continuation of José Mourinho as the head coach of the Eagles. In a post on his LinkedIn account, the former official was adamant, also offering some recommendations to the structure led by Rui Costa - who criticized some injustices that marked the season.

Fernando Tavares considered that Benfica should adopt a more strategic and less reactive approach regarding sports management: "Renewing with José Mourinho is imperative. More than occasional outrage, Portuguese football, and Benfica in particular, needs to reflect on stability and long-term vision,” he began by stating.

The former official also raised doubts about the impact of instability on the coaching bench: “How many coaches has Benfica had in recent years? And what impact has this turnover had on sporting consistency, game identity, and asset appreciation?” he questioned.

In the same vein, he emphasized that turnover rarely leads to sustained success: “Constant changes might solve urgent issues, but rarely build solid projects. The great European clubs that dominate today do so not only with investment but with continuity, strategic alignment, and confidence in technical leadership.”

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