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Published on January 1, 2025 at 5:33 p.m. par
Abdel Maarous
José Mourinho is preparing for a new stage in his career: becoming national coach.
Jose Mourinhoan emblematic figure on the European sidelines, is currently pursuing his career in Türkiye, where he is flourishing Fenerbahce. However, according to information revealed by the Corriere dello Sport, the Portuguese coach would not consider staying forever in Istanbul. At 61, Mourinho is already thinking about a new adventure, very different from his previous ones.
An international career in sight
According to the same source, Mourinho aspires to become national coacha trajectory that would mark a major turning point in his career. This ambition is not trivial. The Portuguese coach could take the reins of a national team at the end of the 2026 World Cup. This deadline would provide an ideal context to initiate an ambitious project with a team to rebuild in the medium term.
Experience tailored to the role
Mourinho has an impressive CV. A successful coach at Europe's biggest clubs, from FC Porto to Real Madrid, including Chelsea, Inter Milan and Roma, he has demonstrated his ability to transform teams and win prestigious trophies. This versatility and strategic flair could prove essential to leading a national team.
Why wait until 2026? Mourinho seems to want to give himself time to evaluate his options while continuing to enrich his experience. Fenerbahçe could thus be his last challenge at club before a transition to a role as coach.
If this transition were to be confirmed, it would mark a new stage in Mourinho's career and would raise great expectations among football fans. His unique approach, combining pragmatism and spectacle, could redefine the role of coach on the international scene.
