Jose Mourinho sacked just six games into season

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The Independent

·29 agosto 2025

Jose Mourinho has been sacked by Fenerbahce after the club failed to qualify for the Champions League.
The decision comes only six games into the new season, following their defeat to Benfica in the final play-off round for Europe's top competition.
Mourinho's departure was preceded by public criticism of the club's hierarchy regarding their transfer market strategy, where he felt he lacked sufficient backing.
The board reportedly blamed Mourinho for the lack of transfer activity, claiming he failed to name his targets.
Mourinho, who took charge in July 2024, had previously led Fenerbahce to a second-placed league finish last season and faced pressure due to an inconsistent start and early European struggles.