Portuguese coach José Mourinho is set for a return to Real Madrid after reportedly reaching a verbal agreement to become Madrid’s new coach.

Mourinho, widely known as “The Special One,” is said to have agreed terms on an initial two-year deal with Real Madrid, pending the completion and signing of formal documents.

As reported by Italian Sports journalist Fabrizio Romano on X on Monday, Mourinho is expected to travel to Madrid following Real Madrid’s final La Liga fixture against Athletic Bilbao, where final procedural steps will be completed before an official announcement.

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“All terms have been verbally agreed between José Mourinho and Real Madrid, waiting to sign all documents. Plan for initial two-year deal, JM to travel to Madrid after Real-Bilbao game. The Special One is back,” the post read.

If confirmed, this will be Mourinho’s second stint leading Real Madrid, more than ten years after his first term from 2010 to 2013, when he won the Spanish Super Cup, La Liga, and Copa del Rey.

Supporters are already getting excited about a possible reunion with one of the most well-known managers in football history, even if the team has not yet released an official statement.

After contractual requirements are completed, Real Madrid is anticipated to confirm developments in the next few days.