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Benfica eye Premier League boss as potential Jose Mourinho replacement

Benfica are preparing for life without Jose Mourinho after he was linked with a sensational return to Real Madrid. 

According to Record, Benfica have placed Fulham manager Marco Silva on their shortlist of potential replacements for Mourinho. 

Silva, who has managed Hull City, Watford and Everton, took charge at Fulham in 2021. 

The Portuguese boss has established the Cottagers as a competitive Premier League side, and they are currently in the race for European qualification. 

However, the 48-year-old’s current contract expires this summer, and there is no strong indication he will prolong his stay in London. 

Benfica appointed Mourinho as their manager in September on a deal until 2027. His contract contains a clause that would allow him to join Madrid. 

Los Blancos will likely part company with Alvaro Arbeloa at the end of the season. 

They recently crashed out of the Champions League, while their hopes of winning the La Liga title are also slim. 

When Madrid hired Xabi Alonso last summer, general manager Jose Angel Sanchez led the process. 

Club president Florentino Perez will control the next appointment, and he is reportedly the main supporter of bringing back Mourinho.

The 63-year-old managed Madrid between 2010 and 2013. He led them to three trophies – the La Liga title, the Copa del Rey and the Supercopa de Espana. 

Internal tensions also marked his tenure as he fell out with several senior players. 

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