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Mourinho to Real Madrid, Silva Takes Benfica Helm
10 Jun
Summary
- Jose Mourinho is returning to Real Madrid for a second spell.
- Marco Silva has agreed to a two-year contract with Benfica.
- Real Madrid paid €15 million to secure Mourinho's release clause.
Jose Mourinho is set to return to Real Madrid for a second spell as head coach after the club met his €15 million release clause. This move follows the re-election of president Florentino Perez. Real Madrid announced on Tuesday that Alvaro Arbeloa has departed as head coach to facilitate Mourinho's return.
Meanwhile, Benfica has reached an agreement with Marco Silva to take over as their new head coach. Silva has signed a two-year contract, extendable until 2028. He inherits a team that finished third in the Primeira Liga last season, despite an unbeaten run, highlighting the high expectations he faces.
Mourinho previously managed Real Madrid between 2010 and 2013, during which he secured a LaLiga title and a Copa del Rey. His return signals a significant shift in the coaching landscape for both clubs.
