I Am Avoiding It Jose Mourinho Breaks Silence On Real Madrid Return

I Am Avoiding It Jose Mourinho Breaks Silence On Real Madrid Return

Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho has finally addressed growing speculation linking him with a sensational return to Real Madrid, insisting he is deliberately staying away from transfer rumours as uncertainty surrounds his future. Speaking ahead of a domestic fixture with S.L. Benfica, Mourinho clarified that he has not held discussions with Madrid officials despite intense media reports suggesting the Spanish giants are considering him for another spell at the Santiago Bernabéu. The former Madrid boss admitted that constant questions about a potential comeback have become unavoidable but stressed he is choosing not to engage in speculation. “I am avoiding it,” Mourinho said when asked directly about the possibility of returning to Madrid. According to the veteran coach, his full concentration remains on Benfica’s ongoing season objectives, particularly securing qualification for next season’s UEFA Champions League.Mourinho emphasised that no formal contact has been made with Madrid’s leadership and dismissed suggestions that negotiations are already underway. The Portuguese tactician reaffirmed his commitment to Benfica, stating that discussions about his future will only happen after the campaign concludes.

He explained that once the season ends, he will have a brief window to evaluate possible opportunities, but insisted that any decision will be made calmly and professionally. Mourinho added that speculation surrounding elite clubs is normal given his career history but warned against reading too much into ongoing reports. Real Madrid have been linked with managerial changes following an inconsistent season, prompting debate about whether the club could turn back to a familiar figure who previously delivered major success. Mourinho managed Madrid between 2010 and 2013, winning La Liga, the Copa del Rey and the Spanish Super Cup while rebuilding the club into a fierce competitor against Barcelona’s dominant era. Reports in Spain suggest the idea of a Mourinho return once viewed as unlikely is now being reconsidered as Madrid evaluate options for a squad rebuild.

For now, Mourinho insists there is nothing concrete.

He reiterated that his priority is finishing the season strongly with Benfica before engaging in any career discussions, leaving his long term future open but unresolved. Whether Madrid will formally approach the experienced manager remains uncertain, but Mourinho’s comments indicate that any move if it happens will only materialise after the current campaign concludes.