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Jose Mourinho says no contact has been made with Real Madrid
File photo: Jose Mourinho led Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013 and is reported to be on the club’s shortlist for a new coach. | Photo Credit: REUTERS File photo: Jose Mourinho led Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013 and is reported to be on the club’s shortlist for a new coach. | Photo Credit: REUTERS Benfica coach Jose Mourinho said on Friday there has been no contact between him and Real Madrid, despite speculation the Spanish giant could turn to him this summer.The veteran Portuguese coach, who led Los Blancos from 2010 to 2013 in a heated rivalry with Pep Guardiola’s Barca, is reported to be on Madrid’s shortlist for a new coach.Current Madrid boss Alvaro Arbeloa seems set to be replaced, with the team heading for a second consecutive season without a major trophy.“No one from Real Madrid has spoken to me. I can guarantee that,” Mourinho, 63, told reporters.“I’ve been in football for so many years, and I’m used to these things... but there’s nothing from Real Madrid,” added Mourinho, who guided Real to the 2012 La Liga title.ALSO READ | Hansi Flick happy Raphinha is back for Barcelona with La Liga 2025-26 title in sightMadrid president Florentino Perez appointed Arbeloa in January to replace Xabi Alonso, who lasted just a few months at the helm.Real Madrid trails La Liga leader Barcelona by 11 points with five matches remaining, and was knocked out of the Champions League by Bayern Munich in the quarterfinals.“I have a year to go on my Benfica contract, and that’s all,” said Mourinho, whose side was knocked out of the Champions League by Real Madrid in the playoff round in February.Published on May 01, 2026
Benfica's Mourinho says no contact with Real Madrid about manager's job ...
Ex Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has been linked with a return to the Spanish club to replace interim Alvaro Arbeloa.Benfica coach Jose Mourinho says there has been no contact between him and Real Madrid, despite speculation that the Spanish giants could turn to him soon.The veteran Portuguese coach, who led Los Blancos from 2010 to 2013 in a heated rivalry with Pep Guardiola’s Barca, is reported to be on Madrid’s shortlist for a new coach.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemslist 1 of 4Arsenal target 6-point lead over Man City as Fulham visit for London derbylist 2 of 4Saudi Arabia to end LIV Golf funding, while league appoints new chairmanlist 3 of 4Vonn not ’emotionally’ fit to decide if she’ll ski again after crashlist 4 of 4‘Win for Kenya’: Marathon record-breaker Sawe returns to hero’s welcomeend of listCurrent Madrid boss Alvaro Arbeloa seems set to be replaced with the team heading for a second consecutive season without a major trophy.“No one from Real Madrid has spoken to me. I can guarantee that,” Mourinho, 63, told reporters on Friday.“I’ve been in football for so many years and I’m used to these things… but there’s nothing from Real Madrid,” added Mourinho, who guided Real to the 2012 La Liga title.Madrid president Florentino Perez appointed Arbeloa in January to replace Xabi Alonso, who lasted just a few months at the helm.Real Madrid trail La Liga leaders Barcelona by 11 points with five matches remaining and were knocked out of the Champions League by Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals.“I have a year to go on my Benfica contract, and that’s all,” added Mourinho, whose side were knocked out of the Champions League by Real Madrid in the play-off round in February.
Mourinho Clarifies Real Madrid Rumors
Citing the interview, Mundo Deportivo reported on Wednesday that Mourinho dismissed the idea of leaving Benfica this summer, reaffirming his commitment to his current role at the helm of the Portuguese club.
Mourinho Clarifies Rumors About Real Madrid | beIN SPORTS
The rumors have once again placed ... newspaper Il Giornale, he made it clear that his only focus at the moment is helping Benfica qualify for the next UEFA Champions League....
