Real Madrid: Benfica sets price for Mourinho

The merengue team has been strongly pressing for days to sign the Portuguese coach

Héctor Andreu | 14 May 2026 | 17.15
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José Mourinho crosses paths with Real Madrid again at a particularly delicate moment for the white club, which is considering a deep restructuring of the coaching staff.

The Portuguese coach is under contract with Benfica until 2027, but his continuity is not guaranteed after a season marked by competitive tension.

José Mourinho, an increasingly likely option for Real Madrid

Mourinho's name is once again gaining strength at the Santiago Bernabéu. Not merely as a nostalgic rumor, but as a real market possibility. Real Madrid values his character, experience, and ability to manage demanding locker rooms, a quality that is once again a factor in their planning.

This option would not come without a cost. The coach's contract includes a clause with a buy-out close to seven million euros, activatable after the final match of the season. This financial aspect changes the scenario. If Real Madrid wants to move quickly, they will need to negotiate precisely and bear a direct cost to Benfica.

According to reports from Portugal, Mourinho would be open to listening to a proposal from the white club. His previous stint in LaLiga left a significant mark.

Benfica protects its contract with a key clause

As reported by A Bola, Benfica is keen on not losing control of the situation. Hence, the clause becomes the main pressure point in the coming days. The timeframe to activate it would be narrow. The period after the season's end forces quick decisions and prevents the case from dragging on.

José Mourinho still has immediate goals in Lisbon. The team is striving to secure the best possible position and maintain their European hopes. However, this campaign has not been an easy one. Elimination from European competitions and internal stumbling blocks have increased pressure around the Portuguese coach.

In this context, Benfica aims to safeguard its project but is also aware that a call from Real Madrid could change everything.

Mourinho costará 7 millones al Real Madrid

LaLiga could regain one of its most iconic managers

José Mourinho's return to LaLiga would have an immediate impact. His presence continues to draw attention, spark debate, and generate significant media coverage. The Portuguese is well-versed in the dynamics of the Bernabéu and can handle the pressure, crowded fixture schedule, and constant attention.

For LaLiga, his comeback would mean reclaiming one of the most recognizable coaches in European football, capable of making headlines from day one. Meanwhile, Real Madrid is assessing if they need a firm hand to start a new cycle or a smoother transition.

The decision is not straightforward. Mourinho brings character but also demands sporting control and institutional support to execute his plan.

The cost of the return shapes the operation

Seven million might not be an impossible figure for Real Madrid, but it requires defining priorities before making a final move. The club must assess if it's worth paying for a coach who is still under contract with Benfica or wait for cost-free alternatives.

José Mourinho wouldn't be a neutral choice. His arrival would send a strong message, establish immediate hierarchy, and bring about a clear change in the locker room atmosphere. It would also reopen an intense chapter, with his previous tenure featuring titles, conflicts, strong decisions, and a complex emotional relationship with Madridismo.

In Lisbon, the denouement is nearing. Benfica is aware that a significant compensation could come its way if the coach chooses to activate the agreed exit. In Madrid, the ball is in the hands of the board. If they want José Mourinho, they will have to pay. And this time, the return starts at seven million.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Real Madrid: El Benfica pone precio a Mourinho

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