Jose Mourinho’s long-rumoured return to the Premier League appeared to edge a step closer after claims his move away from Real Madrid was officially agreed last year.
Mourinho is said to have signed an agreement with Real in December to leave the Bernabeu this summer, paving the way for the Portuguese’s English comeback, according to reports in Spain.
His Madrid exit has been anticipated for most of their season but he has been coy on his next move. His muted celebrations and restrained comments after knocking Manchester United out of the Champions League last week fuelled speculation he would succeed Sir Alex Ferguson at Old Trafford.