Real Madrid are closing in on the return of José Mourinho after reaching a full agreement on a three-year contract that will run until June 2029. The official announcement from the Spanish giants is still pending, but all major documents have now reportedly been approved.
The agreement has already been accepted by Mourinho and Real Madrid’s legal team. The club are also prepared to pay the €3 million exit clause included in the Portuguese coach’s current deal with S.L. Benfica.
The development marks a sensational possible return for Mourinho to the Santiago Bernabéu. The veteran manager previously coached Real Madrid CF between 2010 and 2013 and remains one of the most successful and high-profile figures in world football.
During his first spell in Madrid, Mourinho won a La Liga title, a Copa del Rey, and a Spanish Super Cup. His Real Madrid side also broke several attacking records and played a key role in ending Barcelona’s dominance during that period.
Sources close to the negotiations indicate that discussions accelerated over the last few days. Real Madrid’s board reportedly approved the final structure of the contract, including the duration and financial terms. The club now only need to complete the final formalities before making the move public.