José Mourinho ‘to join’ Real Madrid in 2026/27 | OneFootball

Record writes that José Mourinho is closing in on a return to Real Madrid in 2026/27, with an agreement with Florentino Pérez essentially in place and only formalities and a signature pending.

The newspaper reports that as of Friday, 15 May, he had not informed Rui Costa or any other Benfica director of his decision to head to Madrid. It adds he had been working on plans for next season, which led the hierarchy to believe he would remain.

Before being unveiled in Madrid, the Setúbal native must first tell Rui Costa he will not accept Benfica’s renewal offer, the report says. That would leave the president needing to appoint a new coach.

Meanwhile, Marca states the comeback is 99.9% complete and that it is only a matter of time before it becomes official.

It is therefore seen as practically certain that the match against Estoril will also serve as Mourinho’s Benfica farewell.

Source: Glorioso 1904