Benfica say Real Madrid intend to hire Mourinho
Benfica has announced that Real Madrid intends to hire Jose Mourinho for 15 million euros, with Marco Silva set to replace him as manager. Real Madrid has not yet officially confirmed the appointment.
Why it matters
This move represents a high-profile managerial change for one of the world's most valuable football clubs, signaling a shift in their competitive strategy.
"Real Madrid CF has formally expressed its intention to hire Jose Mourinho for 15 million euros ($17.31 million), and that the manager has agreed to the move," Benfica said in a statement.
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