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Pepe will not join Mourinho's coaching staff at Real Madrid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:15 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Pepe will not join Mourinho's coaching staff at Real Madrid

Summary

Real Madrid is expected to announce Jose Mourinho as their manager this week. Mourinho has agreed to a three-year contract after the team paid his €15 million release clause from Benfica. Despite initial speculation, Pepe will not be part of Mourinho’s coaching staff. Mourinho aims to enhance the team's defense and is in the process of finalizing his staff, which includes several assistants from his time at Benfica. An official announcement is anticipated on Wednesday or Thursday.

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By the Numbers

•Mourinho's deal includes a €15 million release clause from Benfica.
•Announcement of Mourinho's appointment is expected this week.
•Pepe will not be part of Mourinho's coaching staff.
•Mourinho is bringing most of his staff from Benfica.
•Official presentation of Mourinho is anticipated on Wednesday or Thursday.

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11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-Real Madrid defender will not be part of Jose Mourinho coaching team

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Real Madrid are set to announce Jose Mourinho as manager this week, following the re-election of Florentino Perez as President on Sunday. The Poruguese manager has agreed to a three-year deal, after L...
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