Plot twist! José Mourinho heads to Seixal to decide Benfica future | OneFootball

he has gone back on his word about his future at Benfica. Two days after stating that there was a 99% chance he would stay at Luz, all signs now point to the Special One being set for Real Madrid and on his way to Seixal to inform Rui Costa that he will not be the Eagles’ coach in 2026/27.

According to Record in today’s edition, José Mourinho already has an agreement in principle with Real Madrid, with a two-season contract waiting for him, plus an option for a further year. As such, it is only a matter of time before the Special One is officially unveiled by the Spanish club.

The sports daily goes even further, reporting that José Mourinho will be at Benfica Campus today to communicate his decision to Rui Costa, the Eagles’ president. This stance from the Special One ultimately contradicts the narrative from the club chief, who on Sunday, May 17, stressed that he would remain.

"José Mourinho is Benfica’s coach until proven otherwise. It is up to Mourinho to decide [on the renewal offer]. As for everything else, I will speak to Benfica fans this week to take stock of what this season has been," Rui Costa said, ruling out any scenario involving contact with Marco Silva, who has been named as the Special One’s successor.

With his departure all but sealed, Benfica are forced to look for a new coach and, on the table, the standout name is Marco Silva. Although he is a manager who enjoys broad support at Luz, the Eagles will have to wait for the Portuguese coach’s meeting with Fulham, where he has been offered a contract renewal.

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