This week, as he prepared to lead Benfica against the Blues in the UEFA Champions League, the Portuguese tactician was asked to share his thoughts on Chelsea’s current state under Todd Boehly’s ownership.

For Mourinho, it has been a journey of mixed impressions.

“Honestly, I don’t know the model. There was a set period when even myself, from the outside in, cast some question marks over it because it looked like Chelsea had lost their identity as a club,” he admitted.

But according to the two-time Chelsea boss, things have shifted in the right direction. He credited Enzo Maresca for stabilising the team and restoring belief. “What happened in the last season got things back on track. They gave trust to Enzo Maresca and he brought his ideas. He’s fitted in well with the philosophy,” Mourinho explained.

Reflecting on Chelsea’s recent silverware, Mourinho pointed to the UEFA Conference League and the expanded FIFA Club World Cup as crucial confidence boosters. “The Conference League is made for a big club to win it. I did it with Roma. It’s quite an easy competition to win with a big club.

As for the Club World Cup, I have always said the Champions League is more important but take nothing away [from this win]. That [gold] badge means a lot. It’s the first time a club has won [the expanded] Club World Cup. Congratulations to them,” he said.

For Mourinho, these victories have helped rebuild trust within the fanbase. “Winning these trophies gives everyone a base of trust and confidence, even at supporter level. I feel it. I live five minutes away and my son comes every weekend to the stadium. And the feeling is completely different after the Club World Cup. It was a period of disappointment and doubt, but now it’s one of optimism. I think Chelsea is back on track.”

Chelsea lifted both the UEFA Conference League and the FIFA Club World Cup last season, their first trophies since Boehly’s takeover. With Mourinho predicting optimism around Stamford Bridge, fans will now hope that momentum carries into the current campaign as the Blues chase more silverware.

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Benfica have confirmed the appointment of Jose Mourinho as their new head coach, marking a sensational return for the Portuguese tactician to the Estádio da Luz a quarter of a century after his first spell at the club.

The 62-year-old takes over from Bruno Lage, who was dismissed following Tuesday’s shock Champions League defeat to Qarabag.

Mourinho, who has been out of work since he departed from Fenerbahçe, ironically after a Champions League elimination at the hands of Benfica, has now signed a contract running until the end of the 2026/27 season. According to the club, there is also a clause that allows either party to terminate the agreement at the end of the current campaign.

🦅 Welcome, míster José Mourinho! pic.twitter.com/dpwSjDdNZB

— SL Benfica (@slbenfica_en) September 18, 2025

At his unveiling in Seixal, Mourinho pledged total commitment:

“My promise is I will live for Benfica, live for my mission. I’m the coach of one of the biggest clubs in the world… I’m not important, Benfica is important, Benfica fans are important. I’m here to serve. I feel a huge responsibility, but I feel more alive than ever. I want to win competitions… My desire is to fulfil my two-year contract successfully.”

The veteran coach is set to take charge of his first match this Saturday against AFS in Liga Portugal. Benfica currently sit fourth with 10 points, five adrift of leaders FC Porto, though they hold a game in hand.

Adding intrigue to Mourinho’s comeback, his first European outing with the Eagles will pit him against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge — the very club where he rose to global prominence two decades ago.

 

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The controversy arose after Mourinho remarked that the Galatasaray bench was “jumping like monkeys“ while appealing for referee decisions during a heated encounter between the two clubs.

The statement sparked outrage, leading to Galatasaray filing a racial petition against the Portuguese coach.

Speaking to Sky Sports, Mourinho dismissed the allegations, emphasizing his long-standing relationships with African players and charities.

“They were not clever in the way they attacked me because they didn’t know my past. They didn’t know my connections with Africa, with African people, African players, and African charities.”

Mourinho pointed out that the allegations ultimately worked against Galatasaray, as several of his former players—including Didier Drogba and Michael Essien—came to his defense.

“Instead of going against me, I think it boomeranged and went against them. Everyone knows who I am as a person. Everybody knows my bad qualities, but racism is not one of them. Exactly the opposite! The most important thing is, I know who I am.”

Response to Galatasaray Manager Okan Buruk

Mourinho also took a dig at Galatasaray’s manager, Okan Buruk, criticizing his touchline antics and suggesting that the Turkish club’s actions were an attempt to provoke him.

“I just felt, how could they go so low? I cannot drop to his level. Sometimes I do, and I ask myself, ‘Why did you do it, Jose? Why did you drop to that level?’ It was just sad.”

Mourinho concluded the interview by expressing gratitude to those who defended him, particularly his former players who vouched for his character.

“I thank the people who didn’t have a problem speaking out, especially my boys, my former players. They were a very important voice.”

Initially, Mourinho was handed a four-game touchline ban and a £35,000 fine, but following an appeal, the punishment was reduced to a two-match ban and a £12,200 fine.

The incident has further fueled the already intense rivalry between Fenerbahçe and Galatasaray, with tensions continuing to rise in Turkish football.

“That is not one of my bad qualities”

Jose Mourinho thanks his former African footballers who stood against Galatasary’s claims accusing him of being racist.pic.twitter.com/bgdFDJ1TDB

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Mourinho, known for his outspoken nature, has been vocal about the standard of officiating since taking charge of Fenerbahce earlier this year. His comments have stirred controversy, leading to a decision to assign Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic for Monday’s much-anticipated clash between league leaders Galatasaray and second-placed Fenerbahce. The encounter ended in a goalless stalemate, but post-match tensions have dominated headlines.

While the exact statements that sparked Galatasaray’s outrage remain unclear, Mourinho expressed his dissatisfaction with officiating during his post-match press conference.

“I went to the referee’s dressing room after the game. The fourth official was there—a Turkish referee. I told him if you are the referee, it would be a disaster,” Mourinho remarked.

He also suggested that Galatasaray should advocate for the consistent appointment of foreign referees if they truly believed in their own quality.

“But when the referees are foreign, UEFA Cup—go home. Against us at home—one shot on target. But if they are good and they believe really in themselves and in their power, they should ask the federation,” he added.

Mourinho further criticized Galatasaray’s coaching staff, claiming they were overly theatrical in their protests.

Galatasaray swiftly issued a strong-worded statement condemning Mourinho’s remarks and accusing him of targeting the Turkish people with derogatory language since his arrival in the league.

“Since the commencement of his managerial duties in Turkey, Fenerbahce manager Jose Mourinho has persistently issued derogatory statements directed towards the Turkish people,” the club stated.

“Today, his discourse has escalated beyond merely immoral comments into unequivocally inhumane rhetoric. We hereby formally declare our intention to initiate criminal proceedings concerning the racist statements made by Jose Mourinho and shall accordingly submit official complaints to UEFA and FIFA.”

Additionally, Galatasaray board member Can Natan labeled Mourinho’s comments as offensive, stating they exhibited “a troubling pattern that crosses the borders of racist behavior.”

Fenerbahce, however, dismissed the accusations, insisting Mourinho’s remarks were deliberately misinterpreted.

“A statement made by our technical director Jose Mourinho after the match was completely taken out of context, and an attempt was made to deliberately distort it,” the club responded.

“Trying to portray this statement as racist is a completely malicious approach.”

Amid the escalating controversy, Drogba, who played under Mourinho at Chelsea and also spent time at Galatasaray, voiced his support for the Portuguese tactician.

“Trust me when I tell you I have known Jose for xx years, and he is not a racist, and history (past and recent) is there to prove it,” the 46-year-old wrote on X.

“How can my ‘Dad’ be a racist? Come on, guys,” he concluded.

Dear @GalatasaraySK

You know how proud I was to wear the yellow and red jersey and my love for the most decorated club in Turkey!!

We all know how passionate and heated rivalries can be, and I’ve been lucky enough to experience it.

Ive seen the recent comments about Jose…

— Didier Drogba (@didierdrogba) February 26, 2025

The saga continues to unfold as Galatasaray pursues legal action while Fenerbahce and Mourinho stand firm in their defense, fueling an already intense rivalry in Turkish football.

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Former Manchester United manager José Mourinho has extended his well-wishes to the club ahead of their upcoming Europa League clash against Fenerbahçe.

During a recent press conference, Mourinho was asked about his current relationship with Manchester United. In response, he expressed that he believes the Red Devils have a stronger team than their Turkish opponents, Fenerbahçe, in the upcoming match.

He also took the opportunity to wish Manchester United success in their quest for the Premier League title, demonstrating his continued support for the club despite no longer being at the helm.

He said, “Maybe you think I am bluffing or playing mind games. They have a better team than their results show. We watch everything, there is work there and sooner or later they will succeed.

Hopefully sooner and hopefully before I go back to the Premier League. I wish all the best to Man United. I’ve been happy there, we won the Europa League, second in the league. I left United with good feelings for both clubs and fans. If things are not working for Man United, I’m never happy”.

He also discussed Manchester United’s chances of becoming Premier League champions in 2017.

“Manchester United still have a chance to win that league [2017/18 season] if they punish Manchester City. In that case, I hope they give me my medal and pay me the bonus.”

Manchester United finished second to Manchester City, and if the Premier League decides to penalize the Citizens for breaking 115 Premier League regulations.

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Fenerbahçe has firmly denied recent rumors linking their manager, José Mourinho, to a potential move to Premier League club Everton. Speculation about the Portuguese manager joining the English side had been gaining momentum, prompting the Turkish club to clarify the situation.

In a statement published in the Sunday edition of “Hurriyet,” a prominent Turkish newspaper, Fenerbahçe emphasized Mourinho’s full commitment to the club and his focus on achieving success in both domestic and European competitions.

The club dismissed the rumors as baseless and reiterated their confidence in Mourinho’s leadership.

“There is no offer from Everton, and even if there was, Mourinho only has Fenerbahçe in mind. He is completely focused on his job,” the club stated.

Reports also suggest that Mourinho’s camp, including his agent Jorge Mendes, was unaware of these rumours, adding to the surprise surrounding the speculation. Mourinho, who took charge of Fenerbahçe in the summer of 2024, is determined to challenge Galatasaray’s dominance in the Turkish Super Lig.

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Jose Mourinho has openly admitted to having a “problem” with Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen following the forward’s recent move to Galatasaray, fierce rivals of Fenerbahce, where Mourinho is currently managing.

Mourinho’s relationship with Osimhen dates back to their time in Italy’s Serie A, where Mourinho coached AS Roma and Osimhen was a key player for Napoli. Now, with Osimhen making a summer switch to Turkey after potential moves to Chelsea and Al-Ahli fell through, the two will cross paths once again.

While Mourinho acknowledged Osimhen’s immense talent, he pointed out a specific trait that frustrates him when facing the Nigerian star on the pitch. Although he didn’t elaborate on the exact issue, the comment hints at the challenges of managing and competing against a player of Osimhen’s caliber.

“He’s an incredible talent. Galatasaray have secured a fantastic player,” Mourinho said in an interview with HT Spor.

“I’ve never had an issue with him personally, but there’s one thing about him that irritates me when he’s on the opposing team. During one of our Roma-Napoli encounters, I took the time to speak with him.

I told him, ‘You and Salah are currently the best African players, following in the footsteps of legends like Drogba, Eto’o, and Weah. But you cannot continue to play the way you do.’ He tends to go down too easily, and that’s where my problem lies.”

Osimhen’s move to Galatasaray may be short-lived, as sources claim that his loan agreement includes a release option that top European teams may activate as early as the January transfer window.

This implies that the Nigerian may be in England in a few of months after leaving Turkey.

Osimhen is scheduled to make his Turkish Super Lig debut on September 14, when Galatasaray face Rizespor. Just a week later, the striker might face Mourinho’s Fenerbahce.

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Former Chelsea and Roma coach Jose Mourinho has offered praise for the officiating standards at the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON).

The seasoned Portuguese tactician, known for his astute observations in football, admitted his preference for watching the African tournament over European football. He highlighted Africa’s honesty in officiating, particularly emphasizing the fair use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR).

Mourinho applauded the impartiality of VAR decisions at the AFCON, noting that they are not swayed to favor wealthy or renowned teams.

In a bold suggestion, Mourinho proposed that the headquarters of VAR should be established in Africa, recognizing the continent’s commitment to integrity in football officiating.

“I have watched AFCON more than European football. They are simply teaching us to be honest. In AFCON VAR is used exactly the way it should be used,” Mourinho said per the CFC News Report.

“They do not use it to help the money magnet teams or famous teams. This is why you saw the best out of every team . Because they know VAR is not hired behind the scenes but is for everyone. They listen even to their Players if the Ref missed something and go check. In Europe if I as a coach or a player plead with a ref to go check something, it is a red card for doing that. The headquarters for VAR needs to be in CAF.”

In addition, The African Cup of Nations ends today with a match between the hosts, Cote D’Ivoire, and the Super Eagles of Nigeria.

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Former AS Roma manager Jose Mourinho has addressed recent reports linking him to a top club in Saudi Arabia, clarifying that he will not be joining Al-Shabab.

In an interview reported by renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, Mourinho emphasized that he is waiting for the best opportunity that will motivate his return to coaching.

Since his departure from Roma, Mourinho has been the subject of speculation linking him with top clubs in Europe. However, as of now, there is no concrete information regarding the future plans of the former Chelsea and Manchester United manager.

During his time with Roma, Mourinho spent over two years in Serie A, achieving success with a victory in the European Conference League during the 2021/22 season and reaching the Europa League final in the 2022/23 season, though the team ultimately lost the final due to perceived poor officiating.

⛔️🇵🇹 José Mourinho has confirmed that he’s “not gonna become Al Shabab new head coach”, told @pedro_morata.

Despite reports this week, it was never deal close or advanced between José Mourinho and the Saudi side. pic.twitter.com/08XkLpK4zu

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 21, 2024

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The departure of manager Jose Mourinho and his staff from AS Roma has been confirmed.

Roma finished as runners-up to Sevilla in the Europa League last season, losing the final on penalties. Mourinho took over the team before the 2021–2022 season and guided them to triumph in the Europa Conference League during his first campaign.

However, Roma has opted to part company with Mourinho following a miserable start to the 2023–24 season, which has placed them ninth in the Serie A league after 20 games. They confirmed his dismissal in a statement on Tuesday morning.

The statement read: “AS Roma announces that Jose Mourinho and his technical collaborators will leave the Club with immediate effect.

“Mourinho was announced as the sixtieth manager in Roma’s history in May 2021.

“He led the team to win the Conference League in Tirana on 25 May 2022 and to the Europa League final in Budapest last season.”

Roma owners Dan and Ryan Friedkin added: “We thank Jose on behalf of all of us at AS Roma for the passion and commitment he has shown since his arrival in the Giallorossi.

“We will always have great memories of his stewardship, but we believe that, in the best interests of the Club, immediate change is necessary.

“We wish Jose and his collaborators the best for the future.”

Less than a month after being fired by Tottenham Hotspur, Mourinho came to an agreement to join Roma in May 2021.

Mourinho spent two and a half seasons at Manchester United before spending a year and a half with Spurs. During his first season, the team won three trophies, and the following year, he led them to a second-place Premier League finish.

In his pomp, Mourinho won three Premier League championships during two stays with Chelsea, guided Porto to an unexpected Champions League success in 2004, returned to Europe with Inter, and defeated Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona in La Liga with Real Madrid.

L’AS Roma annuncia che José Mourinho e i suoi collaboratori tecnici lasceranno il Club con effetto immediato.

Ulteriori aggiornamenti riguardo la nuova guida tecnica della Prima Squadra saranno comunicati a breve.

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— AS Roma (@OfficialASRoma) January 16, 2024

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Jose Mourinho, the legendary Portuguese manager currently at the helm of Italian giants AS Roma, has expressed his interest in coaching in the Saudi Pro League, aligning with the recent trend of prominent figures moving to the league.

Amidst speculation about his future as he enters the final year of his three-year deal with Roma, Mourinho has considered the possibility of joining the wave of high-profile players and coaches making the move to Saudi Arabia.

In an interview with Italian outlet Rai1, Mourinho stated, “I think one day I will join the Saudi Pro League. I think I will go and coach there, yes.”

However, he was quick to clarify, emphasizing that this move won’t happen in the immediate future, saying, “But that day won’t be tomorrow or after tomorrow…”

He made it clear that he still harbors ambitions of continuing his coaching career in Europe for the time being.

While affirming his commitment to Roma, Mourinho stated, “I am committed to my work with Roma and I want to give everything to the club until the last day.” Notably, Mourinho guided Roma to their first European title in 2022 by securing victory in the UEFA Europa League.

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After Chelsea agreed to a £5 million ($6 million) loan bid from Roma, Romelu Lukaku will reconnect with Jose Mourinho at the Italian club.

The Telegraph reports that Roma and Lukaku have reached a £5 million loan agreement. The Belgian striker has agreed to take a pay reduction so Chelsea won’t be responsible for any part of the £6 million ($8 million) salary he will receive in Rome.

After rejecting offers from Inter, Juventus, and Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal, it was starting to seem as though Lukaku will stay at Chelsea for the remainder of the current campaign. Chelsea was eager to offload the 30-year-old, but at least they won’t have to pay his salary for the remainder of the season anymore.

Lukaku will play for Mourinho in Italy, where he was a player under him at Manchester United. The striker, who Chelsea acquired from Inter in 2021 for £97.5 million ($135 million), had to consent to a further pay decrease should he decide to return to Chelsea after this campaign. His contract has three more years to run.

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