Mourinho returns to Real Madrid to dethrone Barcelona

After two trophyless seasons, Florentino Pérez turns to the Special One once more.

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What happened. Real Madrid have appointed José Mourinho as manager for the 2026-27 season, aiming to end Barcelona's two-year title reign.

• President Florentino Pérez made the decision personally.
• Mourinho previously managed Real Madrid in 2010.
• Barcelona remain title favourites with Lamine Yamal.

Mourinho's task is to topple a Barcelona side that have won two straight La Liga titles.

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