My only target…- Mourinho speaks on Real Madird return

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Benfica’s Portuguese head coach Jose Mourinho attends a press conference on the eve of the UEFA Champions League, League phase matchday 8 match between SL Benfica and Real Madrid CF at Benfica Campus in Seixal, on January 27, 2026. (Photo by FILIPE AMORIM / AFP)

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Benfica manager, Jose Mourinho has dismissed speculations linking him with a sensational return to Real Madrid.

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Reports had suggested that Madrid president, Florentino Perez, has identified Mourinho as his preferred candidate for the role.

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Meanwhile, Alvaro Arbeloa, who stepped in on an interim basis after the sacking of Xabi Alonso, is expected to leave in the summer.

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Reacting to the rumours, Mourinho insisted his full attention remains on securing Champions League qualification for Benfica.

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He told reporters: “My next goal is to get Benfica to the Champions League.

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“If we win the next three matches, we’ll play in Europe’s biggest competition. That’s the only thing on my mind.”

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Mourinho previously managed Real Madrid between 2010 and 2013, winning both La Liga and the Copa del Rey during his time at the club.

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