Overview
- Transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano says talks are in the final stages and that president Florentino Pérez still must give the final green light, with the club’s elections likely to slow the decision.
- Mourinho remains tied to Benfica by a clause that gives both sides 10 days after the last match to decide whether to continue, and Portuguese outlet Record reports an exit in that window would cost about €7 million.
- The coach told reporters he will only address his future once that 10‑day period starts next week.
- The Bernabéu turned hostile on Thursday against Oviedo, with boos for key players, security removing banners critical of Pérez, and cameras catching the president arguing with a supporter.
- Public reaction is split inside Madrid’s orbit as club legend Iker Casillas posted that he does not want Mourinho back, highlighting the baggage of the coach’s 2010–13 spell despite his domestic trophy haul.