Benfica's Mourinho plays down Real Madrid return rumour before rematch

Benfica coach Jose Mourinho insisted he is capable of saying no to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez as he played down rumours of a return to the Spanish giants on Monday..

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Benfica coach Jose Mourinho has downplayed recent rumors linking him to a return to Real Madrid, despite facing them in a UEFA Champions League play-off rematch. Mourinho confirmed he has a clause in his Benfica contract that allows him to leave, but stressed it was due to upcoming presidential elections at the club, not a potential move to Madrid.

Mourinho led Real Madrid from 2010-2013.
Benfica hosts Real Madrid in the Champions League play-off first leg on Tuesday.
Mourinho previously guided Benfica to a 4-2 victory over Alvaro Arbeloa's Real Madrid in January.
Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga highlighted a "spirit of revenge" for the upcoming match.

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