According to Fabrizio Romano, Benfica took part in a sophisticated negotiation with Jose Mourinho, becoming the next head coach after Bruno Reiji was fired suddenly overnight.
The development sent shockwaves through Portuguese football as the Lisbon giants appear to be moving quickly to secure one of the most decorated managers of the present day.
Romano reports that Mourinho, who has recently left Fenerbafe since leaving, has already opened the door to a sensational return to Benfica.
The 62-year-old tactician wants to return to management soon, and the timing appears to be perfectly in line with the urgent need for Benfica’s new leader.
Jose Mourinho is talking with Benfica
The discussion between the parties has been described as “highly advanced,” and the agreement is expected to be finalized in the very near future.
The Portuguese coach temporarily managed Benfica in 2000 at the start of his career. He then took him to Porto, Chelsea, Intermilan, Real Madrid, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur to win domestic titles and European honors.
Returning in more than 20 years will be considered a Furthercal moment for both the coach and the club.
For Benfica, the appeal is clear. The club is putting pressure on its advantage both domestically and Europe, particularly after recent disappointments in the Champions League.
The Portuguese club led a 3-2 defeat against Karabag in the Champions League on Tuesday night despite having a 2-0 lead in one stage.
Something special is back
As Romano suggests, if the deal is sealed, Benfica fans can soon welcome one of Portugal’s most famous soccer sons.
Not only has Jose Mourinho returned to Estadio da Ruz, but he has also been making a mess with the club’s supporters, but he has also attracted global attention for Portuguese football.
Mourinho was recently linked to a return to Man United due to the club’s poor form under Reuben Amorim, but the Portuguese decided to return to their country for a new chapter with Benfica.
West Ham United was another Premier League club linked to the Portuguese icon.
Chelsea competes against Man United and Liverpool for the 25-year-old Premier League star