Revealed: The 'unfinished business' that returned Jose Mourinho to Real Madrid - with the 'Special One' determined to scratch annoying trophy itch

Chasing the elusive European crown

While Mourinho's first spell at the Bernabeu between 2010 and 2013 is remembered for breaking domestic records and ending Barcelona’s dominance, it was ultimately defined by a sense of what might have been. Despite reaching three consecutive Champions League semi-finals, the Portuguese never managed to hoist the famous trophy with Los Blancos, leaving behind a nagging feeling of "unfinished business."

The veteran coach is now set to take charge again following

Perez secures the return of his 'Special One'

The return of the 63-year-old comes as part of a seismic shift at the Bernabeu. Perez has secured another four-year term as president, and the veteran chief was quick to align himself with

Perez has frequently acknowledged that Mourinho’s initial tenure rebuilt the team’s competitive mentality before the club went on to secure six European titles in eleven years. Now, with the administrative power secured until 2030, the president views Mourinho as the ideal figure to restore discipline and a winning edge to a squad that has struggled over the last two seasons.

New era with a familiar coaching staff

Mourinho is expected to bring a trusted inner circle to Valdebebas. Chief among the names linked with a return is club icon Pepe, who is well placed to secure a role in the coaching setup, according to journalist

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Targeting the next €150m superstar

The return of the Special One coincides with a return to the club's famous galacticos recruitment model. With a massive budget burning a hole in his pocket, Perez is already looking at marquee signings to electrify the Bernabeu crowd. Speculation is rife that the president is