Mourinho faces health scare after Fenerbahce win as Real Madrid buzz begins

Jose Mourinho, Fenerbahce’s head coach, captured attention after his team’s decisive 4-0 win against Adana Demirspor in the 20th week of the Trendyol Super Lig.

The match reduced the gap between Fenerbahce and league leaders Galatasaray to 6 points.

Head coach Jose Mourinho of Fenerbahce follows the Turkish Super Lig week 20 football match between Adana Demirspor and Fenerbahce, in Adana, Türkiye on Jan. 19, 2025. (AA Photo)

Mourinho’s approach to Fenerbahce’s stance in Super Lig

In his post-match press conference, Jose Mourinho shared his game analysis. He said, “We had two clear opportunities in the first half but couldn’t capitalize on them. However, we started the second half strong, scored a fantastic goal, and deserved the three points.”

He also praised a young player who had faced criticism earlier. “I made a substitution to bring in a young player who was booed in Kadikoy before. Today, his assist was key to our victory,” Mourinho stated.

Reflecting on the league standings, Mourinho admitted the team’s earlier losses were costly. “We lost points we shouldn’t have, and Galatasaray won matches they shouldn’t have. We are now working hard to surpass them in the coming matches,” he said.

Mourinho faces health scare after Fenerbahce win as Real Madrid buzz begins
Jose Mourinho observes anxiously as medical staff attend to a collapsed security guard following Fenerbahce’s 4-0 victory over Adana Demirspor, Adana, Türkiye, Jan. 19, 2025. (Photo via X)

Security guard’s sudden collapse, Mourinho’s quick actions

A routine post-match event took an unexpected turn when a security guard collapsed in the corridor outside the press room. Mourinho immediately called for help from the team’s medical staff. The Fenerbahce health team arrived quickly and stabilized the guard’s condition.

Witnesses described Mourinho’s concern during the incident. He stayed by the guard’s side until the situation was under control. His decisive actions demonstrated his attentive and composed nature during an emergency.

Mourinho faces health scare after Fenerbahce win as Real Madrid buzz begins
Head coach of Fenerbahce, Jose Mourinho watches preparations for the Turkish Super Lig week 18 match between Fenerbahce and Atakas Hataypor at Ulker Stadium in Istanbul, Türkiye on Jan. 5, 2025. (AA Photo)

Speculation about Jose Mourinho’s possible return to Real Madrid

While Mourinho remains focused on his responsibilities at Fenerbahce, reports from Spain have fueled speculation about his future.

Real Madrid President Florentino Perez is reportedly considering Mourinho as the top candidate to replace Carlo Ancelotti, who might leave at the end of the season. Perez believes Mourinho’s leadership could bring the strategic changes to the club’s needs.

Coach Mourinho, who previously managed Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013, is remembered for leading the team to a record-breaking league title and fostering a competitive spirit that resonated with fans.

However, his existing contract with Fenerbahce complicates the potential move, and there have been no official announcements.

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