- Mourinho now faces the challenge of rebuilding a squad that struggled with consistency and internal tensions last season
- Mourinho is expected to restore structure and competitiveness as Madrid seek to return to the top of Spanish and European football
Real Madrid have confirmed the return of José Mourinho as head coach, with the Portuguese manager signing a three-year contract that will keep him at the club until June 2029.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Spanish giants announced on Thursday that Mourinho will officially begin his second spell at the Santiago Bernabéu on July 13 when the team resumes pre-season preparations.
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The appointment comes after a disappointing campaign in which Madrid ended the season without winning a major title for the second year in a row, finishing behind rivals Barcelona in domestic competitions.
Mourinho takes over from Álvaro Arbeloa and returns to a club he previously managed between 2010 and 2013. During his first stint, he guided Madrid to a La Liga title, a Copa del Rey triumph, and a Spanish Super Cup, while also setting a then-record 100-point tally in the Spanish top flight.
The 63-year-old arrives from Portuguese side Benfica, where he recently oversaw an unbeaten league season. Reports indicate that Real Madrid agreed to pay compensation to secure his services.
Club president Florentino Pérez has long been an admirer of Mourinho and recently praised his influence on the foundations that contributed to Madrid’s dominance in Europe in the years following his departure.
Mourinho now faces the challenge of rebuilding a squad that struggled with consistency and internal tensions last season. Several incidents involving senior players highlighted dressing-room issues, while successive coaches found it difficult to balance the team’s array of attacking stars.
Known for his disciplined and demanding approach, Mourinho is expected to restore structure and competitiveness as Madrid seek to return to the top of Spanish and European football.
The Portuguese tactician remains one of the most decorated managers in football history. He rose to prominence after leading Porto to UEFA Champions League glory in 2004 before winning league titles with Chelsea, Inter Milan, and Real Madrid.
His career has also included spells at Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Roma, and Fenerbahce, with major honours including the Premier League, Serie A, UEFA Europa League, and UEFA Conference League.
Madrid will now hope Mourinho’s return can spark a new era of success as the club looks to reclaim domestic and continental dominance.
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