Mourinho returns to Benfica as new head coach until 2027
Jose Mourinho has been named the new head coach of Benfica, signing a contract that runs until the summer of 2027. The 62-year-old replaces Bruno Lage, who was dismissed after Benfica’s shock Champions League defeat to Qarabag on Tuesday. Mourinho returns to management less than a month after being sacked by Fenerbahce, following their Champions League play-off defeat — coincidentally against Benfica. This marks Mourinho’s second spell at Benfica, having first taken charge in 2000. That stint lasted just 10 matches before he departed after a dispute with the club president. “The promise is very clear – I will live for Benfica, for my mission. I’m not the important thing – Benfica is important,” Mourinho said at his unveiling. His contract includes an option for both the club and Mourinho to review the agreement up to 10 days after the […]