Mourinho on Benfica future, digs at Jorge Mendes: I call the shots | OneFootball

José Mourinho did not remain indifferent to the news reported by Rui Santos on CNN Portugal, where the journalist discussed the future of the Portuguese coach. In the press conference after the draw against Casa Pia, the Benfica manager reiterated that he wants to stay at the Luz and sent a ‘message’ to his agent, Jorge Mendes.

“If something happened during the game, I don’t know. Before the game, nothing happened,” began the Special One in the press conference when asked about the exclusive report Rui Santos had aired on CNN Portugal, claiming that Jorge Mendes had advised Mourinho to leave Benfica.

“Jorge Mendes is my agent, but I am the owner of my decision. My decision is that I would like to continue at Benfica,” said José Mourinho, completely putting the matter of his presence at the Club of the Luz to rest, reiterating once again that he intends to remain as the Reds’ coach.

According to what was revealed by Rui Santos on CNN Portugal, José Mourinho was advised to leave Benfica. The journalist claims that Jorge Mendes, the coach’s agent, told him that staying with the Eagles would be a ‘waste of time’. The news comes at a time when the Special One’s position is being called into question, despite the coach stressing that he wants to stay at the Luz.

With this result, Benfica, after Porto dropped points, missed a golden opportunity to close the gap on their rival. After 28 rounds of the Liga Portugal Betclic, Benfica sit in third place with 66 points, two points behind Sporting (68 - with a game in hand) and seven points behind the Dragons (73).

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