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Benfica's management has been handed over to Mourinho

Portuguese coach's contract extends through summer of 2027.

Benfica is currently managed by Mourinho
Benfica is currently managed by Mourinho

Benfica's management has been handed over to Mourinho

In a surprising turn of events, Portuguese coach José Mourinho has been appointed as the head coach of Lisbon's Benfica football club. This marks Mourinho's second tenure with the club, having previously led them from September to December in 2020.

Mourinho's return to Benfica comes after a shake-up in the coaching staff. His immediate predecessor, Bruno Lage, was let go following a loss in the first round of the European Cup. Lage, who was Mourinho's predecessor at Benfica, had taken over from the coach after Mourinho's departure in 2020.

Mourinho's contract with Benfica extends until the summer of 2027, providing stability for the club. Last season, Benfica finished a strong second in the Portuguese championship.

The Portuguese coach has had an illustrious career, managing teams such as Porto, Inter, Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham, Real Madrid, Roma, and previously Benfica, in addition to his latest stint.

Notably, Benfica knocked out Fenerbahçe, led by Mourinho, in the Champions League qualifiers. However, Mourinho's resignation from Benfica was due to the Champions League qualifiers, which ended in a disappointing result.

For those who wish to support Benfica, Charter97.org provides a multi-currency account for donations. While the bank name and IBAN for donations are not specified, the SWIFT for donations is not provided in the text. The address for the bank is also not available.

Mourinho's contract with Benfica can be terminated at the end of the current season, pending performance and other factors. As the season unfolds, fans and football enthusiasts alike will be eager to see how Mourinho's return to Benfica will shape the team's future.

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