Shock in football! Mourinho’s Benfica goodbye could be nearer | OneFootball

In recent hours, several rumors have emerged claiming that Real Madrid have taken the first step to sign José Mourinho. According to what has been learned, the Merengues, led by Florentino Pérez, have reportedly made direct contact with the Benfica manager, as well as with the Special One’s agent, in this case Jorge Mendes.

The information shaking European football was reported by Fabrizio Romano in recent hours, with the journalist stating that direct contact already exists between the Spanish club and José Mourinho. On the other hand, the Italian journalist adds that Benfica are aware of these moves and want the Special One to stay.

However, the situation does not end there. Fabrizio Romano goes further and states with complete certainty that Florentino Pérez has not given up on José Mourinho and, if a concrete offer arrives from Real Madrid, the Setúbal-born coach will not think twice and will accept a return to Spain as early as next season.

José Mourinho’s move to Real Madrid is a scenario that has been gaining more and more strength in recent days, not only because of Florentino Pérez’s strong desire to have the Special One, but also because of the atmosphere in the Merengues’ dressing room. On the eve of El Clásico, the Blanco squad has several flashpoints of conflict between the coach and the players.

It is worth recalling that José Mourinho - a very regular presence at Seixal - is under contract with Benfica until the summer of 2027. For now, as he had previously stated, the coach’s focus is on leading the Eagles into the Champions League, but for that to happen, the club from Luz will have to beat Braga and Estoril to secure second place in the league.

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