The race for Mourinho is heating up, with Real Madrid also heavily linked following reports of dressing room unrest at the Bernabéu under Alvaro Arbeloa. However, the lure of the Premier League remains a powerful draw.
Whether he chooses a return to Spain or a shock move to Premier League, one thing is certain: Mourinho will only sign on his own terms.
As the European season draws to a close, all eyes will be on the Benfica boss to see where he decides to station himself for the 2026-27 season.