Jose Mourinho has officially confirmed rumors regarding Real Madrid's interest in him. The Portuguese manager stated during a press conference following Benfica's final match of the season that negotiations are ongoing, though he is not directly involved in the process yet. This is reported by Goal.com reports .
Current coach Álvaro Arbeloa is failing to achieve expected results with the team and is expected to be dismissed at the end of the season. Despite being 63 years old, Mourinho remains the primary candidate for the Madrid club's leadership. His contract with Benfica, which runs until 2027, includes a €3 million release clause.
Mourinho is seen as the top candidate to restore discipline and unite the star-studded squad. Incidents such as the conflict between Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde indicate a deteriorating atmosphere within the team. The manager, nicknamed "The Special One," has set two key conditions for his return: "full control" and a decisive vote on transfer matters.
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