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Jorge Jesus to take over Portugal after World Cup exit

From Ghanaian Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Jorge Jesus is reportedly set to be appointed as the new coach of the Portugal national football team.
  • The appointment follows Roberto Martinez's departure after Portugal's exit from the World Cup.
  • Jesus, who previously coached Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr, is expected to sign a four-year contract.

Jorge Jesus is poised to take the helm of the Portugal national football team, with a source telling AFP that a "full agreement" has been reached with the Portuguese Football Federation. The 71-year-old manager is slated for a press conference on Friday in Lisbon to formalize his appointment.

This move comes after Roberto Martinez stepped down from the coaching role following Portugal's disappointing World Cup exit, where the team was eliminated in the last 16 by Spain. Jesus, who managed Cristiano Ronaldo at Saudi club Al-Nassr before leaving last May, is expected to sign a four-year contract that would extend until the 2030 World Cup, which Portugal is co-hosting.

The experienced manager has a significant track record in Portugal, having coached prominent clubs like Benfica and Sporting CP. His international coaching experience includes stints with Brazilian club Flamengo, Turkey's Fenerbahce, and Saudi clubs Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr. The source confirmed the agreement, signaling a new chapter for the Portuguese squad.

full agreement

— SourceA source told AFP that Jorge Jesus has reached a "full agreement" with the Portuguese Football Federation to become the new coach.
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