Romano Confirms Deal Done: Mourinho Set to Return as Real Madrid Coach for Second Stint
José Mourinho has agreed to return as Real Madrid coach on a two-year deal, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, with contract signing expected within the month.
Renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Portuguese manager José Mourinho has agreed to all terms for his return to Real Madrid. All conditions have been verbally agreed between Mourinho and Real Madrid, with contract documentation expected to be signed within the month. Mourinho's preliminary contract is for a two-year stint managing the club, with no complications over details as he is keen to return to Madrid. He will travel to the capital after Real Madrid's match against Athletic Bilbao concludes. Following his final game managing Benfica with a 3-1 victory over Estoril to finish the season undefeated in third place, Mourinho stated: "We can't hide this interest. Something is developing, but right now I'm not directly involved. I need time to make a decision. I believe this week will be the week when everything is decided."
