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One step closer to the return of the Special One to the Bernabeu Stadium
The Portuguese “Benfica” has officially announced the name of the new coach who will lead the team from the next season, replacing Jose Mourinho, who is returning to Real Madrid.
Benfica announced in an official statement late on Tuesday that Real Madrid have expressed their intention to sign coach Jose Mourinho, noting that the Portuguese coach has already agreed to the move.
Benfica has informed Portugal’s Securities and Exchange Commission that Real Madrid have officially announced their intention to sign Jose Mourinho for €15 million after the coach agreed. Thank you, Jose Mourinho.
Benfica SAD have told CMVM that Real Madrid have officially announced their intention to sign Jose Mourinho for €15m and the coach has given his consent.
Thank you, Jose Mourinho. pic.twitter.com/KXZ6niXRWo
— SL Benfica (@SLBenfica) June 9, 2026
The Portuguese national team also confirmed that Mourinho will be replaced by the Portuguese coach Marco Silva.
“Benfica announced in a statement to the Portuguese Securities and Exchange Commission that it has agreed with (technical director) Marco Silva to sign an active employment contract for two seasons, which will be extended until the 2028-29 season.
Agreement with Marco Silva
Sport Lisboa e Benfica, SAD informs in a statement to CMVM that it has agreed to sign a contract with Marco Silva for two seasons, which will be extended until 2028/29. pic.twitter.com/yCEapjFFEf
— SL Benfica (@SLBenfica) June 9, 2026
Real Madrid, on the other hand, have not officially confirmed Mourinho’s appointment, while the matter became clear after president Florentino Perez made the announcement publicly during the last election, which was decided in his favor after a weakened competition from rival Enrique Riquelme.
Mundo Deportivo newspaper confirmed this earlier on Tuesday Benfica must notify the Portuguese Stock Market Authority of any such transactionThey already did it a few days ago, confirming that “Real” will pay 15 million euros, and all that remains is to announce that they have received the money.
To announce Mourinho’s appointment, Real Madrid announced his appointment through their official website.Agree with his interim technical director Alvaro Abeloa to officially end the relationshipAnd wished him the best in the future.
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