Thirteen years later, Mourinho close to a return to Real Madrid

José Mourinho is on the verge of returning to Real Madrid, thirteen years after his departure. Negotiations with Florentino Pérez are progressing quickly, and Mourinho is now the only candidate being discussed to become the coach again. This announcement could come in the next few hours, ending a challenging season for the club marked by the dismissal of Xabi Alonso and an elimination in the Champions League quarter-finals.