Fabrizio Romano: Florentino signs Mourinho

As soon as he wins the elections, he will be presented as the new coach of Real Madrid

Héctor Andreu | 29 May 2026 | 18.04
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Agreement with Mourinho / Marca
Agreement with Mourinho / Marca

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José Mourinho once again finds himself at the center of Real Madrid's project. The operation is on track, with only the institutional step remaining.

Florentino Pérez's idea is clear: if he wins the elections, he will present the Portuguese coach as the leader of a new era of high demands.

José Mourinho chosen to rebuild Real Madrid

Real Madrid is in a period of waiting but also planning. The election on June 7 sets the timing for a decision that is well advanced. Mourinho emerges as the chosen coach by Florentino Pérez to restore authority, competitiveness, and cunning in a squad full of stars.

The Portuguese is familiar with the club and knows what it means to coach at the Bernabéu. This experience weighs heavily in the president's choice. The club values his ability to manage egos, protect the group, and raise competitive tension. He is not arriving as an experimental choice.

His emotional bond with a significant part of Real Madrid's fanbase also plays a role. Many fans remember his initial stint as a period of character and pride. However, the return will not be announced prematurely. Real Madrid wants to respect the electoral process and avoid potentially delicate institutional moves.

Information from various sources suggests an advanced agreement between the parties. There are already discussions about sports planning and defensive reinforcements.

Florentino Pérez makes a move ahead of LaLiga

Florentino Pérez believes that the team needs a shake-up after two seasons without major titles. LaLiga and the Champions League are once again immediate obligations. The president seeks a coach with enough backbone to handle noise, pressure, and comparisons. Mourinho fits this profile better than most available coaches.

The mediation of Jorge Mendes may have also helped unlock the situation. Benfica would no longer pose a definitive obstacle to his departure. The Portuguese coach has already started discussing signings. The defense emerges as a priority, with analysis focusing on central defenders and full-backs.

It's not just about reinforcing names. Real Madrid aims to regain a more solid structure, less vulnerable and much more competitive in crucial matches. LaLiga will demand consistency from August onwards. Mourinho knows that the margin for error will be minimal and judgment will begin from the first match.

A return with more experience and less margin for error

Mourinho left Real Madrid in 2013 after three intense seasons. Since then, his career has taken him through very different contexts. Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham, Roma, and Benfica have given him more experience, more wear, and a broader view of the modern squad.

Football has evolved since his first spell with Real Madrid. High pressure, physical management, and dealing with young stars require adaptation. This will be one of his main challenges. While he maintains his personality, Mourinho will need to update his message to connect with a different squad.

Florentino Pérez trusts that this blend of experience and hunger will bring back to Real Madrid a more aggressive and recognizable identity. Meanwhile, the fans are divided between nostalgia and uncertainty. Some celebrate his return, while others doubt his fit in the current setup.

What is undeniable is that his unveiling would have a global impact. The Real Madrid bench would once again be occupied by a figure of considerable media weight. If Florentino Pérez retains his position, the way will be clear to make the announcement. Real Madrid is preparing for a new era with José Mourinho as the main protagonist.

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