10.02.2026 14:01
It is claimed that the Portuguese Football Federation plans to offer a national team position to Jose Mourinho after the World Cup, while Benfica is said to be considering Ruben Amorim as an alternative in case of a possible departure.
Jose Mourinho, who previously expressed his desire to coach the Portugal National Team one day, is claimed to have the opportunity to fulfill this dream after the World Cup scheduled for this summer. According to a report by ESPN, the Portuguese Football Federation is considering Mourinho as a serious candidate for the head coach position.
PREPARATION FOR AN OFFER TO MOURINHO
The contract of Portugal National Team Head Coach Roberto Martinez expires on July 31, 2026. The report stated that after the World Cup, the federation plans to make an official offer to Jose Mourinho following the completion of Martinez's contract.
BENFICA PERIOD AND CONTRACT DETAILS
Starting the season with Fenerbahçe, Jose Mourinho took over Benfica after parting ways with the yellow-blue club. The 63-year-old coach signed a contract with the Portuguese representative until the end of the season. It was reported that there is an extension option in Mourinho's agreement with Benfica.
BENFICA'S ALTERNATIVE PLAN: AMORIM
On the other hand, it was suggested that Benfica is preparing considering the possibility of Mourinho. According to ESPN's report, the Portuguese team has put Ruben Amorim, who left Manchester United, on their agenda for the head coach position in case of Mourinho's potential departure.