Real Madrid Misses the Train, Mourinho's Price Increases

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José Mourinho is back in the spotlight at Real Madrid. The Portuguese coach could return to Real Madrid, but the operation is no longer as cheap.

The passing days have doubled the price of his departure from Benfica. The initial clause of seven million has expired, and now the cost is around 14 million.

José Mourinho, a signing conditioned by the elections

As reported by Sport, Mourinho was well advanced in negotiations with Real Madrid. Conversations were on track and Florentino Pérez's plan was to announce it as soon as possible. However, the electoral call changed the schedule. The emergence of Enrique Riquelme forced the club to halt any official moves.

At the Bernabéu, they understand that closing a deal for a coach before the members decide on the institutional future would be risky. The coaching position has become an electoral matter. Florentino Pérez still sees Mourinho as the right man to start a new cycle. His character, experience, and knowledge of the club carry a lot of weight.

The Portuguese also understands the situation. He does not want to make any public statements until Real Madrid resolves its elections and clarifies the project.

Real Madrid will pay more if they stick to their decision

The economic issue is evident. The cheapest window to free José Mourinho has closed, and Benfica is not willing to negotiate. The Lisbon club had agreed to a reduced clause during the ten days after the end of the competition. That option was around seven million euros.

Now, the amount has increased to 14 million. It's an unexpected blow for a Real Madrid that wanted to finalize the operation quickly. Benfica is rubbing their hands together. In Lisbon, they assume that Mourinho may leave, but they will demand every euro stipulated in the contract.

The Portuguese club is already working on a replacement. Marco Silva is emerging as the chosen one to take over if the current coach ends up leaving.

Florentino Pérez and Enrique Riquelme set the pace

Florentino Pérez does not want to make an institutional mistake. Although he has his preference, he knows that Enrique Riquelme presents a different alternative for the club. The rival candidacy has introduced uncertainty. Riquelme advocates for a different sports model, which directly affects any decision regarding the coach.

If Florentino wins, the Mourinho operation could accelerate. If the scenario changes, the coaching position could undergo a thorough review. Therefore, the Portuguese coach waits. His return to the Bernabéu depends on both money and the election results.

José Mourinho, a progressively more expensive return

The Portuguese coach would be a highly publicized move. His return would divide opinions but also bring competitive tension back to the white team's squad. However, Real Madrid would have to bear an unusual cost for a coach. Paying 14 million to free him would make it a very heavy operation.

Benfica will not make it easy. They are aware that the timeline has played in their favor, and Real Madrid needs to finalize their new project soon. Meanwhile, Mourinho remains silent. He has given signs of activity but avoids confirming a future that depends on external factors.

The final decision will come after the elections. Then it will be known whether Florentino Pérez sticks to his roadmap or if Enrique Riquelme alters the course. José Mourinho continues to wait for Real Madrid, but his return now costs twice as much and forces the white club to make a much costlier decision.

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