There are few who believe that “the special one” thrives in Turkey. – He doesn’t win the league and there are constantly outbursts both in the media, and on the pitch. – Now it seems that Jose Mourinho has found a route to something bigger.
José Mourinho can finally secure his dream job – and at the same time reunite with Cristiano Ronaldo – after shocking reports that the Fenerbahce coach is in the running as Portugal’s national team manager for the 2026 World Cup.
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Mourinho has never hidden the fact that he wants to one day coach his homeland, but the 62-year-old has focused on club football and revealed that he turned down an offer from Portugal while he was Roma coach two years ago.
But Mourinho’s first season at Fenerbahce has been varied, with the Turkish side on track to miss out on the Super Lig title again, while also being knocked out of both the Champions League and Europa League.
Despite challenges on and off the pitch, Mourinho is according to CNN relevant as Roberto Martinez’s successor in the summer – even if the Spanish coach were to win the Nations League.
It is understood that Mourinho has a clause in his contract that allows him to negotiate freely for the Portugal job if it becomes available, and there are already rumours of talks between the parties.
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Mourinho will make up for lost time
A spectacular appointment could lead to a reunion with Ronaldo after their successful tenure at Real Madrid. The striker is still relevant for Portugal at next year’s World Cup, when he will be 41 years old.
Ronaldo and Mourinho have had a turbulent relationship throughout their careers, but according to reports, neither will have problems working together – on the contrary, both are looking forward to the opportunity.
Mourinho admitted last year that he regretted turning down Portugal while in Rome, and insisted that he will make up for it by accepting any future offer.
“I think I was emotional when I turned it down and chose to stay in Rome,” Mourinho told EA Sports Korea. Portugal wanted me twice, and I think they will want me a third time one day. Then I would say yes.
