Mourinho invited Benzema to the "Benfica" team

Sports13:36, 27-09-2025

Famous Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho was recently appointed as the head coach of Lisbon's "Benfica" team. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.

He personally contacted French striker Karim Benzema. According to Marca newspaper, the coach nicknamed "The Special One" invited the 37-year-old player to join the "Eagles".

The phone conversation between the coach and the player took place a few days ago. Currently, Karim is playing for Saudi Arabia's "Al-Ittihad" club.

His current contract with the club expires next summer. It is worth noting that Benzema and Mourinho worked together for several years at Madrid's "Real" team.

This collaboration played an important role in their professional careers. Mourinho aims to lead the team to new heights as Benfica's head coach.

Karim Benzema's experience and skills are expected to bring great benefits to the team.

Mourinho, Benzema, Benfica, Jose Mourinho, Karim Benzema

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