Jose Mourinho, a legend of the Premier League , has decided that his next managerial role won't be on British soil. The Portuguese football icon is reportedly nearing a return to Benfica , although he has previously outlined two conditions that could see him manage in England's top-flight again.

After just over a season with Turkish heavyweights Fenerbahce, Mourinho was dismissed in late August and found himself back on the job market.

Portuguese reports now suggest he is poised to return to Estadio da Luz, where his career in top-tier management began. His imminent appointment comes after Benfica coach Bruno Lage was sacked following the club's unexpected Champions League defeat to Qarabag this week.

Mourinho , 62, made an immediate impact upon arriving in English football whe

See Full Page