Internal reports reaching Softfootball suggest that all agreements between José Mourinho, Real Madrid and Benfica regarding his exit have been fully sealed since last week, clearing the path for his return to the Bernabéu.
Softfootball understands that Real Madrid plan to announce Mourinho as manager only after the club elections, which aligns with the strategic roadmap of Florentino Pérez. The intention is clear: secure the deal quietly, then unveil Mourinho once the political process is complete.
Behind the scenes, initial internal discussions have already begun regarding transfer targets, with the priority firmly on defenders. Madrid are preparing for a structural rebuild in the back line, and Mourinho’s input is already shaping the early planning phase.
