*Further updates to follow
According to the Turkish club's announcement on their X account on 29/8, the two parties parted ways after Fenerbahce lost to Benfica and missed out on a Champions League group stage spot. "We thank Mourinho for his efforts and wish him success in his future career," the statement read.
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Coach Jose Mourinho. Photo: EPA |
Coach Jose Mourinho. Photo: EPA
Turkish media suggest that the dismissal wasn't solely due to on-field results. Some Fenerbahce officials accused Mourinho of distorting facts in public statements, escalating internal tensions.
Mourinho joined Fenerbahce for the 2024-2025 season, tasked with restoring the club's competitive edge in Europe. However, a rocky start coupled with the defeat against Benfica led the management to dismiss the Portuguese coach after just over a year.
At 62, Mourinho faces an uncertain future. After leaving Roma in 2024, he quickly accepted the Fenerbahce offer, but his Turkish adventure ended in disappointment.
Hoang An