News · 11 June 2026

Mourinho returns to Real Madrid on three-year deal

Jose Mourinho is back at Real Madrid for a second time, signing a three-year deal after the club went two seasons without a trophy. The 63-year-old will start work on 13 July, with Real Madrid paying Benfica £13m in compensation for his return. Club president Florentino Perez, 79, had promised to reappoint him if re-elected.

By BriefTea Editorial · 11 June 2026 at 21:11

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