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Benfica already begin search for replacement as Mourinho to Real Madrid gathers steam
TL;DR
Benfica has started searching for a replacement as Jose Mourinho emerges as the leading candidate to take over at Real Madrid next summer. The club is in the early stages of their search, with two finalists already identified.
Key points
- Benfica is searching for a replacement manager.
- Jose Mourinho is a leading candidate for Real Madrid.
- Two finalist candidates have been identified for the Real Madrid position.
- An agreement with Mourinho is expected by June.
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Benfica already begin search for replacement as Mourinho to Real Madrid gathers steam
Jose Mourinho is slowly but surely taking over as the prime candidate to replace Alvaro Arbeloa at Real Madrid next summer.
The club have not made any final decision yet and are still in the early stages of their hunt. However, word has it that they already seeĀ two āfinalistā candidatesĀ and Mourinho is one of them.
Moreover, it is said that there will be no problem in reaching an agreement with the Portuguese manager by June, making it all the more likely that he will be the next first-team manager.
Lookout for replacements
Mourinhoās current managerial contract at Benfica runs until the summer of 2027,Ā Ā but the manager can leave this summer without facing any sanction or penalty.
With talks of his departure taking the fore, Benfica are already looking out for potential replacements as reported by Record (h/tĀ AS).
Benfica already looking for a replacement. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)
They are aware of the likely outcome of the situation and are preparing themselves for the summer.
Q&A
Why is Jose Mourinho being considered for the Real Madrid manager position?
Jose Mourinho is viewed as the prime candidate to replace Alvaro Arbeloa at Real Madrid due to his experience and previous success with the club.
What is Benfica doing in response to Mourinho's potential move to Real Madrid?
Benfica has begun searching for a replacement for their current manager as Mourinho's move to Real Madrid appears increasingly likely.
When could Jose Mourinho officially take over as Real Madrid's manager?
Jose Mourinho could officially take over as Real Madrid's manager by June, as there are no anticipated issues in reaching an agreement.