Mourinho returns to Real Madrid on three-year deal

José Mourinho's return to Real Madrid as head coach was officially marked by a presentation ceremony Tuesday, where he signed a three-year contract through June 30, 2029. Club president Florentino Pérez welcomed the Portuguese manager back to the Santiago Bernabéu.

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I feel this is a mission. It goes beyond words. I am here to help everyone become better and to create a culture of work, responsibility and ambition. I also want to instil the responsibility and honour of working for Real Madrid.

Mourinho described his second stint at the club as a profound mission, aiming to instill a culture of work, responsibility, and ambition among players and staff. He emphasized his deep-seated identity with Real Madrid and its supporters, declaring, “I am a Madridista. I have always been, even since I left.” He also highlighted the collective responsibility expected at the club's training ground, Valdebebas.

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I am a Madridista. I have always been, even since I left… I am one of you, Madridistas.

Social media reactions to Mourinho's appointment revealed a spectrum of opinions. Some users on X expressed skepticism, citing past instances of "toxicity" in his previous coaching roles. Others, however, welcomed his return, believing he can bring "sanity" to the dressing room. A few questioned his past statements and predicted his eventual dismissal, while others noted his apparent animosity towards Barcelona and Pep Guardiola.

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That Mourinho’s culture of responsibility lasted exactly three seasons at his last four clubs before the inevitable toxicity set in.

Mourinho's immediate focus will be on preparing the team for the upcoming LaLiga season, with Real Madrid's first match scheduled against Espanyol on Saturday.

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Jose is the right man to bring sanity in that dressing room.