"AS": Mourinho's Real Madrid Contract for Two Seasons with Option for Additional Year

Media reports indicate that Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho is close to returning to manage Real Madrid, in a surprising move that would bring "The Special One" back to the Santiago Bernabeu after years away.

According to Spanish newspaper AS, both parties have reached a verbal agreement for a two-season contract, with the option to extend for a third year if Real Madrid wins the La Liga title.

The official announcement of the deal is expected once some final administrative details within the royal club are settled, particularly given the current president's future is linked to upcoming club elections.

Reports suggest that Mourinho has decided not to continue with his current club, Benfica, despite receiving an offer for a contract renewal, preferring a new challenge in the Spanish league.

Sources also clarified that his potential departure would involve activating a relatively low release clause, which would facilitate his transfer to Real Madrid if the agreement is confirmed.

Mourinho is preparing to embark on a new chapter with Real Madrid, a club he previously managed between 2010 and 2013, securing prominent domestic titles. Both parties aspire to restore the team to the forefront of European competition.

The new project is expected to commence at the start of next season, provided the deal is officially finalized in the coming days.