JOSE MOURINHO is reportedly open to a stunning return to Real Madrid.
The 63-year-old is believed to be for the head coach job.
Jose Mourinho is ‘open’ to a return to Real Madrid Credit: AFP
Alvaro Arbeloa is expected to leave this summer Credit: EPA
Current boss following a poor 2025-26 campaign, which could see Los Blancos finish several points below rivals in the table.
, , , and are the other names on the shortlist.
But Spanish outlet AS claims is willing to consider the move.
The former manager is currently in charge of and has one year left on his deal.
However, there is a clause in his contract that allows him to leave for free within a 10-day window after the final match of the season.
As things stand, Benfica will play their final game on May 16 or 17, meaning Los Blancos could appoint him for nothing before June.
However, if the giants come to a decision at a later date, they will have to pay a fee.
AS also reports that Mourinho is “somewhat annoyed” by the rumours linking him with Real Madrid because he wants to focus on the remainder of the Primeira Liga season.
The former , and boss has spent recent weeks preparing for the 2026-27 season with Benfica.
Mourinho previously spent three years with Real Madrid as manager and won La Liga, the Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup.
Meanwhile, current boss Arbeloa has managed 14 wins, seven defeats and a draw in 22 games.
The Spaniard, 43, – who was sacked – in January.
Arbeloa was forced to speak out earlier this week after liked an Instagram post linking Mourinho to Real Madrid.
He said: “These are things I don’t even consider. It doesn’t bother me if he gives a like to Mourinho, Julia Roberts or anyone else. It has no importance.”
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