Jose Mourinho has departed Fenerbahce after failing to secure qualification for the UEFA Champions League. Fenerbahce lost to Benfica in the final play-off and will compete in the UEFA Europa League for 2025-26. Missing Champions League qualification costs the club approximately €92.5 million in guaranteed broadcast revenue, while Europa League qualification is worth about €23 million per season. The Turkish club issued a statement thanking Mourinho and confirming the parting of ways. Mourinho's exit creates the possibility of a Premier League return, with Manchester United and other clubs assessing their current managerial situations.
Jose Mourinho could return to Manchester United this season after leaving his post as manager of Fenerbahce. The 62-year-old Portuguese coach has parted company with Fenerbahce after failing to qualify for this season's UEFA Champions League. Fenerbahce were defeated by Benfica in the final play-off qualification round, meaning they drop into the UEFA Europa League for 2025-26, subsequently missing out on approximately 92.5 million (80m) in guaranteed broadcast revenue.
A statement released by the Turkish club read: "Our Professional Football team has parted ways with Jose Mourinho, who has been serving as head coach since the 2024-2025 season. Fenerbahce will play Europa League football this season (Image credit: Alamy) "We thank him for his efforts for our team thus far and wish him success in his future career." Mourinho's exit opens up the possibility he will return to management in the Premier League with a number of clubs considering the positions of their current head coaches.
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