Benfica intend to keep head coach Jose Mourinho, who is of interest to Real Madrid.
Idman.Biz reports with reference to O Jogo that this week the president of the Lisbon club, Rui Costa, met with the coach to discuss plans for the upcoming season.
According to the source, the Benfica management wants to extend Mourinho's contract until 2028 or 2029. His current contract runs until the summer of 2027. However, his current contract has the option to leave the club for 3 million euros within 10 days of the end of the season. It is emphasized that in the current circumstances, Real Madrid should speed up its decision regarding Mourinho's appointment.