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Mourinho Dismisses Real Madrid Return Rumors
19 Jan
Summary
- José Mourinho denies 'soap opera' rumors of a return to Real Madrid.
- The coach cited time constraints and a lack of interest in such 'soaps'.
- Mourinho previously managed Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013.
José Mourinho, currently managing Benfica, has definitively addressed rumors suggesting a potential return to Real Madrid. The Portuguese manager, known for his successful tenure with the Spanish club between 2010 and 2013, where he secured a LaLiga title and multiple cup victories, has publicly dismissed the speculation.
Mourinho, 62, described the persistent rumors as 'soap operas,' indicating his disinterest in engaging with such narratives due to their time-consuming nature. He emphasized his focus remains on his current role with Benfica, where he has a contract until June 2027.
His comments came after Benfica's recent 2-0 victory over Rio Ave. Real Madrid recently parted ways with Xabi Alonso, appointing Álvaro Arbeloa as his replacement, which seemingly fueled the speculation about Mourinho's potential comeback.
