Wanted by Real Madrid, Mourinho boosts Benfica hopes | OneFootball

José Mourinho's future continues to be a widely debated topic in recent days. At a time when the Spanish press claims that Real Madrid have already begun talks with the Special One and his agent, Jorge Mendes, other sources say otherwise. All signs indicate that the Portuguese coach is still available to renew with Benfica.

According to Record, the Special One has not yet given any response to Real Madrid's approaches, remaining focused on the objective of taking Benfica to the Champions League. Therefore, the same source explains that the Special One is open to extending his contract if Rui Costa proposes it.

The sports daily adds that no concrete offer has yet been presented to the coach from Setúbal, which means the possibility of José Mourinho remaining in charge of Benfica next season is still open. The Special One has already mentioned on several occasions his desire to stay at the Luz.

However, the same source points to the state of alert that has emerged in recent days, with Benfica closely monitoring the development of this saga. Still, Record adds that this situation could have been under the Eagles' control if Rui Costa, the club's president, had been clearer about the future of the Portuguese coach.

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