Jose Mourinho accepts Real Madrid job after rejecting Portugal position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 12:20 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Jose Mourinho has returned to Real Madrid after opting not to take the Portugal national team job. This decision came after Portugal's World Cup debacle and the sacking of Roberto Martinez. Mourinho had discussions with the Portuguese Football Federation before Real Madrid president Florentino Perez intervened, leading to his appointment. Mourinho's return comes amid a challenging start for the team, as they trail Barcelona by six points after recent losses. As the season resumes with critical matches ahead, including El Clasico, Mourinho seeks to stabilize the squad's performance.
- •Mourinho rejected Portugal coaching vacancy for Real Madrid role.
- •Real Madrid struggles, currently six points behind Barcelona.
- •Team has faced defeats against Real Betis and Atletico Madrid.
- •Mourinho aims to improve squad cohesion and performance.
- •Upcoming matches include a crucial El Clasico after the international break.
- 12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Jose Mourinho rejected Portugal job in favour of Real Madrid return – report
"all the new entries at Real Madrid in the summer, the appointment of Jose Mourinho was one of the earliest moves the club had made in an attempt to usher in a new era.Mourinho was deeply involved in R...
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