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Jose Mourinho
Born: January 26, 1963
Height: 5' 8.5" (175cm)
Hometown: Setubal, Portugal
Nationality: 
Portuguese
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PortugueseRole: Manager
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Managerial | 1993-1996 | Porto (assistant) |
| 1996-2000 | Barcelona (assistant) | |
| 1997 | Barcelona B (assistant) | |
| 2000 | Benfica | |
| 2002-2004 | Porto | |
| 2004-2007 | Chelsea | |
| 2008-2010 | Inter Milan | |
| 2010-2013 | Real Madrid | |
| 2013-2015 | Chelsea | |
| 2016-2018 | Manchester United | |
| 2019-2021 | Tottenham Hotspur | |
| 2021-2024 | Roma | |
Sports Mole has 15,558 articles about Jose Mourinho. Articles 1 to 40:
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Real Madrid transfer news: Nico Schlotterbeck breaks silence on future ahead of Germany's World Cup opener
Germany and Borussia Dortmund defender Nico Schlotterbeck breaks his silence on his future amid speculation linking him with a transfer to Real Madrid.15:11
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How Real Madrid’s transfer decision hands ‘confident’ Newcastle huge £26m boost
Newcastle United receive a huge boost in their pursuit of Osasuna winger Victor Munoz this summer, according to a report.13:26
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Real Madrid transfer news: Club in 'advanced' talks for key Jose Mourinho target at expense of Barcelona and Atletico Madrid
Real Madrid are reportedly in advanced talks to sign a player despite rivals Barcelona and Atletico Madrid being keen on the star this transfer window.20:21
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Jose Mourinho's official start date revealed as Real Madrid return is confirmed
Real Madrid confirm the return of Jose Mourinho as head coach, with the Portuguese set to officially begin his second spell at Bernabeu on July 13.19:55
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Bernardo Silva transfer latest: Man City legend ready to make Barcelona ‘U-turn’ amid Atletico, Real Madrid links
Barcelona appear to have suffered a blow in their pursuit of Portuguese playmaker Bernardo Silva on a free transfer this summer.Jun 11, 14:09
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Man City transfer news: £76m star 'high on' Real Madrid list but Arsenal may receive boost
Real Madrid are reportedly showing keen interest in signing Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol, but Riccardo Calafiori deal is not progressing.Jun 10, 20:16
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Man United transfer news: Red Devils handed 'major blow' in pursuit of West Ham star Mateus Fernandes
Real Madrid are reportedly set to battle Manchester United for the signature of West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes.Jun 10, 09:35
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Real Madrid transfer news: Mourinho identifies top priority and demands signing as quickly as possible
Jose Mourinho has identified his top summer transfer priority and is pushing Real Madrid's hierarchy to complete the signing as quickly as possible.Jun 9, 07:15
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Jurgen Klopp agent delivers clear response to fresh Real Madrid links following Enrique Riquelme comments
Jurgen Klopp's agent delivers a clear response to Enrique Riquelme's claims he will attempt to appoint the German as Real Madrid's new manager if he wins the presidential elections.Jun 6, 10:38
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Real Madrid elections: Presidential hopeful 'identifies' surprise backup Jose Mourinho plan
A surprise managerial choice from a Real Madrid presidential candidate shocks the club membership before Sunday's massive board election.Jun 6, 00:26
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Real Madrid transfer news: Florentino Perez 'confirms' three separate deals to Michael Olise bid amid Jose Mourinho problem
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez confirms that three deals have been completed that are separate to the club's plans to sign Michael Olise from Bayern Munich.Jun 5, 19:58
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Real Madrid transfer news: Perez pledges record £127 million bid — and all the clues point towards PSG
Florentino Perez, in the midst of his re-election campaign for the Real Madrid presidency, has announced that he will table a £127 million (€150 million) offer for a young player — without naming the target — should he be re-elected.Jun 5, 09:00
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Jose Mourinho: How much will it cost Real Madrid to bring legendary manager back to Spain?
The stunning financial cost of bringing Jose Mourinho back to Real Madrid emerges ahead of a crucial presidential election.Jun 4, 18:19
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Real Madrid transfer news: ‘Contact’ made with ‘very important’ Arsenal star as Jose Mourinho rebuild continues
Real Madrid are reportedly interested in signing a 'very important' Arsenal player in the summer transfer window.Jun 4, 13:02
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Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos 'one step away' from £17.2m defensive signing to compete with Trent Alexander-Arnold
Real Madrid move swiftly to secure a marquee defensive signing from the Italian top flight to restructure their back line and provide ocmpetition for Trent Alexander-Arnold.Jun 3, 04:28
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Real Madrid transfer news: Ibrahima Konate reaches 'verbal agreement', contract details revealed
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate reportedly reaches a 'verbal agreement' with Real Madrid ahead of a transfer to the Bernabeu.Jun 2, 16:03
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Real Madrid transfer news: Denzel Dumfries 'contact made' as lower release clause revealed
Real Madrid reportedly make contact with the representatives of Inter Milan defender Denzel Dumfires as they consider whether to active the Dutchman's release clause.Jun 2, 15:06
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Real Madrid transfer news: Mourinho's transfer manifesto revealed — six positions, no egos, Ibrahima Konate in the frame
Mourinho has submitted a transfer document to Real Madrid outlining six positions to strengthen, with Liverpool defender Konate among the names under consideration.Jun 2, 11:08
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Fulham receive fresh Marco Silva update as Benfica talks 'break down' due to key reason
Fulham boss Marco Silva is reportedly out of the running for the Benfica job following a breakdown in talks with the Portuguese giants.May 31, 14:50
Jose Mourinho 'signs' Real Madrid contract with announcement plan revealed
An announcement plan is allegedly put in place for Jose Mourinho after it was claimed that the Portuguese has signed his Real Madrid contract.May 29, 17:45
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Real Madrid transfer news: Nico Paz 'wants' Como stay amid Bernabeu return links due to one key factor
Como attacker Nico Paz reportedly outlines his stance over a potential return to Real Madrid this summer.May 27, 01:09
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Real Madrid news: Antonio Rudiger 'reaches verbal agreement' to sign new Los Blancos contract
Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has reportedly agreed to sign a new contract at the Bernabeu ahead of the World Cup.May 26, 16:51
Real Madrid transfer news: Jose Mourinho return to Bernabeu set to cost Real Madrid double after release clause hike
Jose Mourinho is expected to join Real Madrid for next season — but the Portuguese manager will now cost the club significantly more than originally anticipated.May 26, 07:26
Real Madrid transfer news: Jose Mourinho handed major setback in pursuit of world-class winger
Jose Mourinho's summer transfer plans suffer an immediate blow after a European heavyweight firmly shuts the door on a marquee deal.May 24, 02:29
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Real Madrid transfer news: Jose Mourinho attends Bayern Munich's DFB-Pokal final to watch "dream" target to fix attack
Jose Mourinho is watching Bayern Munich's DFB-Pokal final against Stuttgart, and he is reportedly there to watch Real Madrid's dream summer target.May 23, 20:18
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England World Cup squad: Marcus Rashford reacts to selection with intriguing social media post
England attacker Marcus Rashford reacts to his call-up for the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.May 22, 16:40
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Jose Mourinho to Real Madrid: Alvaro Arbeloa issues major update on Los Blancos future
Alvaro Arbeloa confirms that he will be standing down as Real Madrid head coach following Saturday night's La Liga contest with Athletic Bilbao.May 22, 13:39
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Brighton vs. Man Utd: Head-to-head record and past meetings
Sports Mole looks at the head-to-head record and previous meetings between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester United.May 22, 08:08
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Preview:Real Madrid vs Athletic Bilbao - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Real Madrid and Athletic Bilbao, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 21, 19:35
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Arsenal the worst Premier League champions ever? Why Mikel Arteta's title winners deserve far more respect
Sports Mole enters the debate over whether Mikel Arteta's Arsenal are the worst Premier League title winners following their triumph in the 2025-26 season.May 20, 22:27
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Real Madrid vs. Barcelona: Jose Mourinho, Hansi Flick to go 'head-to-head' for 6ft 3in centre-back this summer
Incoming Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho allegedly wants to sign Inter Milan centre-back Alessandro Bastoni from under the nose of Barcelona.May 20, 11:15
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Is Pep Guardiola the greatest Premier League manager of all time?
With Pep Guardiola reportedly set to leave Manchester City at the end of the season, Sports Mole assesses whether he is the greatest Premier League manager of all time.May 19, 17:47
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Manchester United news: Ruben Amorim 'closing in' on return to management after mid-season sacking
Former Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is allegedly closing in on a return to management after his mid-season sacking from Old Trafford.May 19, 15:45
Marcus Rashford transfer latest: Jose Mourinho ‘would like’ Real Madrid to sign attacker despite Barcelona stance
Barcelona loanee Marcus Rashford allegedly emerges as a surprise transfer target for Real Madrid, who are expected to appoint Jose Mourinho as their new manager.May 19, 08:24
Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid record assessed as Portuguese's return to Bernabeu is 'confirmed'
Jose Mourinho reportedly agrees a spectacular return to Real Madrid, with the Portuguese set to sign an initial two-year contract with the Spanish giants.May 18, 10:05
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Top 10 UEFA Cup/Europa League finals of all time
Ahead of the 2026 Europa League final between Freiburg and Aston Villa, Sports Mole rounds up the 10 greatest finals in UEFA Cup/Europa League history.May 18, 08:00
Real Madrid transfer news: Jose Mourinho makes 'demand' ahead of expect Bernabeu return
Jose Mourinho - currently at Benfica - allegedly makes a specific transfer demand ahead of a potential return to Real Madrid.May 16, 10:02
Jose Mourinho sparks fresh Real Madrid frenzy with headline-making Benfica message
Jose Mourinho drops a tantalising update on his Benfica future as fresh Real Madrid speculation gathers pace.May 15, 18:56
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Preview:Sevilla vs Real Madrid - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Sevilla and Real Madrid, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.May 15, 12:49
Real Madrid identify two surprise managerial alternatives to Jose Mourinho
Real Madrid have identified two surprise alternatives to Jose Mourinho in the event that negotiations over the Portuguese manager's appointment break down.May 15, 08:37
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