Mourinho Back to Benfica?! Possible Chelsea Clash Looms! 🔥⚽

By: Danilo Pérez Published On: 17/09/2025

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Mourinho's Portuguese Homecoming? Benfica in Talks!

Jose Mourinho, fresh from his departure from Fenerbahce, is reportedly in advanced talks to take over as manager of Benfica. This potential move would mark a return to his native Portugal after more than two decades of managing top clubs across Europe.

Reports suggest that Benfica president Rui Costa is keen to appoint a manager with a proven track record of winning, following the dismissal of Bruno Lage after a shock Champions League defeat to Qarabag. Mourinho certainly fits that bill, having won league titles in four different countries and two Champions League trophies.

A Quick Return?

The timing of this potential appointment is particularly interesting. Mourinho was sacked by Fenerbahce after they failed to qualify for the Champions League, ironically losing to Benfica in the process. Now, he could be managing the very team that ousted them!

Mourinho's managerial career began with Benfica back in 2000, although his tenure was short-lived. He then went on to achieve great success with Porto, before embarking on a trophy-laden journey with Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Roma and Fenerbahce.

Chelsea Reunion on the Cards?

If Mourinho does take the Benfica job, a Champions League clash against his former club Chelsea could be on the horizon. Benfica are in the same Champions League group as Chelsea, Newcastle United and Real Madrid. The prospect of Mourinho facing Chelsea at Stamford Bridge is sure to excite fans.