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Former Manchester United and Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has been unveiled as the new coach of a Super Eagles star at Fenerbahce.
Former Manchester United and Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho is set to be handsomely rewarded for his return to management after being unveiled as the new head coach of Turkish giants Fenerbahce and Super Eagles defender Bright Osayi-Samuel.
The enigmatic Portuguese tactician has ended his three-month hiatus from the dugout by taking over the reins at the Istanbul-based club, which secured a return to the Champions League after finishing runners-up in the Turkish Süper Lig last season.
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Jose Mourinho’s wages revealed
According to reports from Football London, Mourinho is set to pocket a staggering €10 million per year at his new club, equating to a jaw-dropping weekly wage of around £163,000.
The lucrative deal underscores Fenerbahce's ambition to re-establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with on the continental stage, with the esteemed Mourinho tasked with masterminding their charge in Europe's elite club competition.
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For the former Manchester United and Real Madrid boss, the move to Turkey not only presents an opportunity to add another notable chapter to his illustrious career but also a chance to work with Nigerian international Osayi-Samuel.
The versatile defender, who was part of the Super Eagles at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, will be eager to tap into Mourinho's wealth of experience as he aims to take his game to new heights under the tutelage of one of the sport's most decorated managers.
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As Fenerbahce prepare to flex their financial muscle in pursuit of success, the appointment of Mourinho is a statement of intent, with the Portuguese now tasked with delivering the on-field results to match his hefty pay packet.
With a squad bolstered by Osayi-Samuel's talents and Mourinho's tactical acumen, the Turkish giants will be confident of making their mark on the European stage once again in the forthcoming campaign.
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