"Mourinho began his managerial career with Benfica in 2000 but took charge of only 10 games and left after a dispute with the club president. He then made his name with Porto between 2002 and 2004, winning six trophies - including the Champions League in 2003-04. Since leaving his homeland in 2004, Mourinho has managed Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Roma and Fenerbahce."
""Benfica officially asked me if I was interested. What coach says no to Benfica? Not me," Mourinho told reporters after landing in Lisbon. "When I was presented with the opportunity to coach Benfica, I didn't hesitate to say that I'm interested, that I'd like to.""
Jose Mourinho has traveled to Lisbon for talks and is close to being appointed Benfica manager, set to replace Bruno Lage after his sacking following a Champions League defeat to Qarabag. The 62-year-old was dismissed by Fenerbahce less than a month earlier and left the Turkish club on 29 August after their Champions League play-off elimination by Benfica. Mourinho began his managerial career at Benfica in 2000, later won six trophies with Porto including the 2003-04 Champions League, and has managed top European clubs. If appointed, he will face Chelsea on 30 September and also face Newcastle and Real Madrid in the competition.
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