José Mourinho returns to Real Madrid on three-year deal
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José Mourinho has signed a three-year contract to return as Real Madrid head coach, officially running through June 2029. He leaves Benfica for the Bernabéu with Benfica receiving €15m in compensation and Marco Silva lined up to replace him at the Portuguese club. Mourinho, 63, will take charge from July 13 and comes back to a club where he previously won three trophies, including the 2011/12 LaLiga title. The appointment brings a proven, high-profile coach back to Real Madrid and immediately reshapes the club's plans for upcoming LaLiga and Champions League campaigns.