Jose Mourinho is already putting together a team of assistants in preparation for being named the new head coach of the Brazilian national team, according to reports.
The Portuguese, who is currently playing for Serie A giants Roma, has been linked with a move into international management after establishing a hugely successful club career.
Now, it appears that he is eyeing the Brazil job after previous manager Tite stepped down after the South American side only made it to the World Cup quarterfinals in Qatar.
Despite being clear favourites to win the trophy last month, the five-time champions were defeated by Croatia.
Since then, the search for Tite’s replacement has been ongoing, and it appears that Mourinho is in line to accept the position, according to his former Porto teammate Carlos Alberto.
In an interview with Mundo GV as quoted by The Mirror, he stated, “Let me say it directly. Perhaps Mourinho will be Brazil’s new coach. This is a news I’m publicly reporting. He’s also asked me to work as his assistant.”
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It remains to be seen whether Mourinho will be the next Brazil manager. The 59-year-old is currently assisting Roma’s return to the Champions League, with his contract with the Italian club set to expire in the summer of 2024.
He was appointed before the 2021/22 season and won the Europa Conference League in his first season at the Stadio Olimpico. The former Chelsea and Manchester United schemer has never hidden his desire to work in international management, and he even hinted at a move while at Spurs.
He had previously been linked with the job with Portugal, but he was unsure if it was the right opportunity.
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