Khaberni - Sporting reports relayed by the site "Team Talk" reveal that the seasoned Portuguese coach José Mourinho has determined his next destination, informing parties interested in contracting with him that returning to lead Real Madrid is his top priority during the upcoming summer, despite increasing interest from English club Newcastle United.
The source indicated that the president of "Los Blancos", Florentino Perez, includes "The Special One" among his main options to succeed Alvaro Arbeloa, who increasingly faces doubts about his continuation.
Perez plans a comprehensive overhaul under Mourinho's leadership, aiming to sign major names such as Manchester City star Rodri, Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister, and reclaiming the Argentine talent Nico Paz.
Between Benfica and returning to "La Liga"
Mourinho (63 years old), who currently leads Portuguese club Benfica with an unbeaten local record, seeks to return to the Spanish capital to repeat his experience that spanned from 2010 to 2013.
Although Zinedine Zidane remains the preferred candidate for the administration, his proximity to coaching the French national team has significantly raised Mourinho's stock with Perez.
The situation with Newcastle and competitors
According to "Team Talk", the Saudi owners of Newcastle (PIF) have been informed of Mourinho’s stance, as the English club continues to explore its options amid uncertainty about Eddie Howe's future.
Concurrent with movements by his famous agent Jorge Mendes, other names emerge within the halls of Real Madrid, enjoying internal support, such as Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino, making next summer crucial in determining the identity of "the new renaissance leader" in Madrid.
