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José Mourinho is one of the top managers in world football

Real Madrid (ESP) continue working behind the scenes to hire a permanent manager to replace interim coach Álvaro Arbeloa. With that, Vinicius Júnior’s team is targeting the signing of star manager José Mourinho, currently at Benfica (POR).

According to English journalist David Ornstein, José Mourinho is Florentino Pérez’s favorite to replace Álvaro Arbeloa. As a result, the Spanish club is working behind the scenes to reach an agreement with the Portuguese coach.

WHAT IS REAL MADRID’S SITUATION?

Xabi Alonso was hired by Real Madrid at the start of the season, but was dismissed while the matches were still being played. Therefore, the Spanish side chose to give Álvaro Arbeloa, a former club player, a chance. However, the Spaniards want a new manager.

Besides José Mourinho, Real Madrid are also considering other names behind the scenes, although the Portuguese coach remains the favorite. Jürgen Klopp, former Liverpool (ENG) manager, and Julian Nagelsmann, former Bayern Munich (GER) coach and currently Germany’s national team manager, are also targets.

WHO IS JOSÉ MOURINHO?

José Mourinho is one of the biggest figures in football history. The manager has coached clubs such as Porto (POR), Chelsea (ENG), Manchester United (ENG), Tottenham (ENG), Inter Milan (ITA), and Real Madrid itself.

The “Special One,” as he is affectionately known, is currently at Benfica, but is not expected to remain in Portugal. In addition, José Mourinho is being tipped to take charge of the Portugal national team after the 2026 World Cup.

WHAT ABOUT FLAMENGO?

Meanwhile, Flamengo, Vinicius Júnior’s former club, remain focused on their upcoming commitments this season. O Mais Querido face Estudiantes (ARG) this Wednesday (29) at 9:30 p.m. Brasília time, away from home, in the third round of the Copa Libertadores.

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