Watch out, Benfica! José Mourinho has a date to return to Real Madrid | OneFootball

This Monday morning, May 18, has been a real stir at Benfica. After the national press reported that José Mourinho is in Seixal to inform Rui Costa of his departure, those same sources now state that the Special One already has a date to return to Real Madrid, thus ending his link with Luz.

According to the newspaper A Bola, José Mourinho is expected in the Spanish capital at the end of this week, more specifically after the final La Liga matchday, when Real Madrid will host Athletic Bilbao on Saturday, May 23. As such, the Special One is expected to begin his spell with Los Blancos from next week.

With this scenario practically settled, the narrative the Special One had presented in Amoreira — where he claimed there was a 99% chance of staying at Benfica — falls apart. According to the same source, the Portuguese coach is expected to sign a contract valid until 2028, with an additional one-year option at Real Madrid.

With only confirmation from the parties involved still missing, it is safe to say that José Mourinho has therefore turned down Benfica’s renewal offer. A Bola had already reported that Rui Costa had offered a contract running until 2028, which could be extended to 2029 upon the achievement of certain objectives.

At a time when the Eagles’ squad has gone on holiday, Benfica, led by Rui Costa, will begin the difficult process of finding José Mourinho’s successor and, above all, a coach suited to the project and capable of leading the Eagles toward a brighter and more successful future.

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