Overview
- José Mourinho said he has had no contact with Real Madrid and will not hold talks until Benfica complete their final league match, after which he plans a one‑week window to speak with interested clubs.
- He rejected coverage of alleged demands and reported meetings as speculation, stating that nothing has been discussed with Real Madrid leaders.
- Spanish outlets, cited by Los Andes, have portrayed him as the leading option for a return and have reported unconfirmed conditions such as a two‑year deal, full control of the sporting area, a designated spokesperson, and permission for players to seek private medical second opinions.
- The speculation follows reports of internal strain at Real Madrid, including a clash between Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni that was said to result in fines and a fractured dressing room.
- Any talks after Benfica’s season would test whether Real Madrid are willing to grant the wide authority he has been linked to, a question shaped by his trophy‑winning yet polarizing spell at the club from 2010 to 2013.