Former Inter Milan manager Jose Mourinho could reportedly return to Portuguese football to take charge of Benfica.
According to reports in Portugal via FCInterNews, the ‘Special One’ may soon replace Bruno Lage in the dugout.
Fenerbahce sacked Mourinho after failing to secure a place in the Champions League main draw.
Indeed, the Turkish powerhouse bowed out in the qualifying playoffs at the hands of none other than Benfica.
However, last night’s 3-2 defeat to Qarabag proved to be Lage’s final act as the Eagles’ head coach.
Benfica to Appoint Ex Inter Milan Boss Jose Mourinho as New Manager
Jose Mourinho had a brief spell at Estadio da Luz in 2000 before making a name for himself at Porto.
Despite his past ties with the Dragons, the 62-year-old is reportedly negotiating a deal with Benfica.
Indeed, talks are underway, with last season’s Primeira Liga runners-up keen to complete the deal soon.
Though his one-season stint in Turkey was far from impressive, Mourinho seems set for a swift return to management.
I love Mourinho, but ever since he left Manchester United, he’s had shaky tenures everywhere he’s been. Many consider his time at United to be shaky was well. He resonated with players 10-15 years ago, Now, players seem to have fragile mentalities and don’t like being coached the way Mourinho coaches. I’m not sure if Mourinho can get back to what he was. Would be interesting if he ever comes back though. I know I’d back him up 100%.
And his tactics are obsolete.
If he’s smart, he’ll wait a little longer and he’ll be back at Inter soon. I doubt Chivu’s intern will last long in charge. The Romanian is in no condition to coach Inter. But Mourinho hasn’t been wise in his choices lately. That’s why his career has gone into a steep decline.