08.04.2026 00:58
Fenerbahçe's former coach Jose Mourinho, who is managing Benfica, wants to add former Beşiktaş player Wout Weghorst, who will part ways with Ajax, to his squad.
Starting the season at Fenerbahçe, Jose Mourinho returned to Portugal after bidding farewell to the yellow-blues and took charge of Benfica. The experienced coach has set his sights on the former striker of Beşiktaş as part of his transfer activities.
MOURINHO'S TARGET IS WEGHORST
According to claims in the Dutch press, Mourinho wants to see Dutch forward Wout Weghorst, whose contract with Ajax will expire, in the squad for the new season. It has been reported that Benfica has intervened for the 33-year-old experienced striker and has largely reached an agreement.
HE WAS VERY IMPRESSED BY HIS PLAYING STYLE
The report stated that Mourinho, who plans to build a physical and dominant team for the next season, was quite impressed by Weghorst's ambition on the field and his playing style.
SEASON PERFORMANCE
This season, the experienced player has played in 28 matches across all competitions and managed to score 8 goals against opposing teams. Weghorst also provided assists for 2 goals.