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Real Madrid is increasingly considering José Mourinho as the top candidate for next season's manager. Key dates for this potential appointment are emerging as the club seeks to revamp its struggling squad.
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Report â The key dates for Real Madrid in their pursuit of Jose Mourinho
The name of José Mourinho has gained significant momentum in recent days as the leading candidate to take over the bench at Real Madrid next season.
With Los Blancos needing to make some necessary changes inside a dressing room that is falling apart, Mourinho is seen as the right fit for the job by Florentino Perez & co.
As such, the possibility of the Portuguese tactician returning to the Santiago Bernabeu for a second stint is growing stronger.
As reported earlier, Mourinho has already held an initial video conference meeting with Perez, during which both parties outlined their respective positions.
Beyond the conditions required by each side, the timeline for any potential agreement is crucial, reports Mundo Deportivo.
If Mourinho is ultimately chosen, Real Madrid will not make any progress until the season has concluded. This means discussions would only advance after 24 May, following the Matchday 38 fixture against Athletic Club.
The article outlines specific dates related to Real Madrid's decision-making process regarding José Mourinho's potential return as manager.
José Mourinho is viewed as the right fit due to his previous experience with the club and the need for significant changes in the current squad.
Real Madrid's dressing room is described as falling apart, indicating a need for both managerial and player changes to improve team dynamics.

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However, the most important date comes a week earlier. On 17 May, the Portuguese league season ends for SL Benfica with their away match against Estoril.
This date also marks the beginning of a ten-day reflection period for Mourinho, as stipulated in his contract with the Lisbon club.
During this time, he is permitted to evaluate any offers and accept them if they are satisfactory, subject to a release clause of âŹ3 million.
If this reflection period extends without a decision, the release clause increases to âŹ5 million, a figure that Real Madrid are less willing to pay for a coach.
As the situation develops, Mourinho could be getting closer to a return to Real Madrid, potentially triggering significant change within the club.