Benfica regular doubts Mourinho to Real Madrid: "Don't buy it" | OneFootball

he was asked about the rumors linking José Mourinho with Real Madrid and remained cautious in the face of the reports circulating in recent weeks, refusing to fuel speculation surrounding the still-current Benfica coach.

"I don’t know whether Mourinho will leave or not. They’re rumors. Until the Club says whether he is leaving or staying, I don’t really believe it. A lot of things are said on social media", he added. Taking advantage of Colombia’s national team training camp for the 2026 World Cup, the player also reflected on his first season in Europe.

"It was my first season in Europe. It wasn’t easy at all at the beginning to adapt and arrive in a new country", he admitted, also highlighting the importance of having played in the Champions League for the first time: "Playing in the Champions League for the first time was very rewarding for me", he said.

Ríos also recalled the difficulties caused by an injury that interrupted a positive spell in the season: "When I was at my best, I got injured and everything started over again. I came back very well and finished the season in the best possible way. In terms of numbers, it was my best professional season".

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