Mourinho holds discussions with Benfica following Lage's dismissal
In a surprising turn of events, Benfica's president, Rui Costa, has announced that the Portuguese giants are in negotiations with Jose Mourinho for a potential return to the club. This decision comes after the sacking of head coach Bruno Lage, following Benfica's Champions League defeat at home to Qarabag.
Mourinho, who first came to prominence at Benfica's domestic rivals Porto, has had a storied career since his departure from the club. He guided Manchester United to the Europa League title in 2017 and won the Champions League with Inter Milan in 2010. More recently, he won the Conference League with Roma in 2022. However, his tenure at Turkish side Fenerbahce ended last month, with the club choosing to part ways with him.
Costa believes that a change was necessary to avoid compromising the season. He has made it clear that the new coach must be a winning coach, capable of bringing Benfica to the levels they demand and giving them the titles they desire. This high standard is a reflection of Benfica's ambitious nature and their desire to compete at the highest level.
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In the Champions League qualifying rounds, Qarabag beat Shelbourne 4-0 on aggregate, marking a significant victory for the Azerbaijani side. This result further underscores the competitive nature of Europe's premier club competition.
Jose Mourinho's time at Tottenham ended without a trophy, and his last coaching post was with Turkish side Fenerbahce. However, his impressive track record and his connections with Benfica make him an intriguing candidate for the vacant position at the club. The decision to appoint him, or any other coach, will be a crucial one for Benfica as they look to bounce back from their recent setbacks and challenge for honours in the upcoming season.
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