Benfica's Mourinho says no contact with Real Madrid

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Benfica coach Jose Mourinho confirmed he has not been in contact with Real Madrid amid speculation about a potential summer move. He emphasized that he has a year left on his contract with Benfica.

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Mourinho has not spoken to Real Madrid.
Real Madrid may replace current coach Alvaro Arbeloa.
Mourinho has a year left on his Benfica contract.

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Benfica coach Jose Mourinho said he has not spoken to Real Madrid despite rumours they might turn to him in the summer (PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA) (PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP/AFP) Benfica coach Jose Mourinho said Friday there has been no contact between him and Real Madrid, despite speculation the Spanish giants could turn to him this summer. The veteran Portuguese coach, who led Los Blancos from 2010 to 2013 in a heated rivalry with Pep Guardiola's Barca, is reported to be on Madrid's shortlist for a new coach. Current Madrid boss Alvaro Arbeloa seems set to be replaced with the team heading for a second consecutive season without a major trophy. "No one from Real Madrid has spoken to me. I can guarantee that," Mourinho, 63, told reporters. "I've been in football for so many years and I'm used to these things... but there's nothing from Real Madrid," added Mourinho, who guided Real to the 2012 La Liga title. Madrid president Florentino Perez appointed Arbeloa in January to replace Xabi Alonso, who lasted just a few months at the helm. Real Madrid trail La Liga leaders Barcelona by 11 points with five matches remaining and were knocked out of the Champions League by Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals. "I have a year to go on my Benfica contract, and that's all," added Mourinho, whose side were knocked out of the Champions League by Real Madrid in the play-off round in February. rbs/pi

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Has Jose Mourinho been contacted by Real Madrid for a coaching position?

No, Jose Mourinho stated that he has not spoken to anyone from Real Madrid regarding a coaching position.

Why is Real Madrid looking for a new coach?

Real Madrid is reportedly considering a new coach due to the team's struggles, including a second consecutive season without a major trophy.

What is the current status of Mourinho's contract with Benfica?

Jose Mourinho has a year remaining on his contract with Benfica.

Benfica's Mourinho says no contact with Real Madrid

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