Real Madrid has completed hiring José Mourinho as a new coach. The Spanish club paid a release clause of 15 million euros to Benfica to release the Portuguese coach. The operation exceeds the amounts already spent on previous Mourinho signings throughout his career.
The deal marks the coach’s return to Santiago Bernabéu more than a decade after his first stint. Mourinho managed Real Madrid between 2010 and 2013. At the time, the club signed him from Inter from Milão for 16 million euros. Agora, the total cost accumulated in transfers puts him at the top of the historical list of coaches.
Cláusula termination defines the value of the operation
Benfica confirmed the payment of the 15 million euro clause. The amount was provided for in the contract signed by the coach. Real Madrid activated the mechanism after the end of the LaLiga season. Fontes indicate that the new contract must have an initial duration of two or three years.
- The amount exceeds the 16 million paid by Real Madrid in 2010 for contracting with Inter.
- Também is up from the six million that Chelsea shelled out to Porto in 2004.
- The sum of all Mourinho transfer costs amounts to 37 million euros.
- The previous record belonged to Bayern of Munique, who paid 25 million for Julian Nagelsmann in 2021.
Payment occurred after the initial lowest window period for the clause. Algumas initial information spoke of lower amounts, but Benfica clarified the definitive amount.
Retorno from Mourinho to Bernabéu after 13 years
Mourinho experienced remarkable moments in his first stint with Real Madrid. Ele took Copa from Rei and contributed to building a competitive roster. His departure in 2013 ended a cycle with titles and intense rivalries at Espanha.
The coach has been with Benfica since the start of the current season. Ele took charge of the Portuguese club and left the position after paying the fine. The return to Real Madrid represents a new project under the presidency of Florentino Pérez.
Comparação with other historic coaching hires
The ranking of most expensive technicians considers the sum of the funds paid for each change. Mourinho leads the list with the amounts accumulated in passes by Porto, Chelsea, Inter, Real Madrid and other teams.
Outros names appear close behind, with high costs in specific movements. Bayern of Munique stood out with the Nagelsmann operation. Clubes Large Europeans invest more and more to secure elite coaches in the restricted market.
The case of Mourinho draws attention due to the recurrence of high values over two decades. Cada transfer reinforced his status in world football.
Detalhes of the new contract and expectations on Real Madrid
Real Madrid plans to officially announce the coach in the coming days. The focus now is on assembling the team for next season. Mourinho should bring his experience in European competitions and domestic leagues.
The Portuguese coach is known for his intense work methods and ability to motivate groups. Sua’s arrival generates expectations among fans who followed his first era at the club. The project includes reinforcements in the squad to fight for titles.
Histórico of Mourinho in numbers
The coach has achieved achievements in multiple countries. Ele won leagues on Inglaterra, Itália, Espanha and Portugal. The Champions League is also part of its curriculum with the Porto and Inter.
- National Títulos: more than 10 in different leagues.
- European Taças: including Champions League and UEFA Cup.
- Passagens notables: Porto, Chelsea (twice), Inter, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Tottenham, Roma and Benfica.
The return to Real Madrid closes a circle for the 63-year-old coach. The club seeks to regain dominance in Europa after the recent cycle.