José Mourinho's stance creates tension at Benfica | OneFootball

This Tuesday, May 26, marked the end of the 10-day deadline that José Mourinho and Benfica had to announce the end of the relationship between the two parties. In other words, during the period in which it was in force, the Portuguese coach was supposed to inform the Eagles whether or not he accepted the renewal offer that the Club from Luz had presented.

As Record newspaper explained in this Tuesday’s edition, the Eagles’ board, led by Rui Costa, was not entirely satisfied with the situation that has unfolded in recent days. The same source explains that the club’s hierarchy expected to hear an explanation from José Mourinho, but the Special One did not do so.

The sports daily states that the Club from Luz is not completely satisfied with the stance the coach has taken. José Mourinho is said to have an agreement sealed with Real Madrid; however, that should only happen if Florentino Pérez wins the elections. Until then, the Special One is delaying preparations for the new season.

Based on what Record found out, José Mourinho’s continuation is not guaranteed, even if the coach does not communicate anything by the end of Tuesday, May 26. The same source states that, since the end of the season, the manager has not addressed the issue of renewal or his future with Rui Costa, or any other member of the club’s hierarchy.

scheduled for June 25. In the coming weeks, the Eagles are looking to make adjustments to the squad, but for that to happen, they need to know who the coach will be in 2026/27.

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