Real Madrid will bring Mourinho back if Perez is re-elected

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Real Madrid president Florentino Perez promised to rehire Jose Mourinho as manager if he wins Sunday's presidential election. The statement echoes a recurring campaign pledge in Spanish football, where managerial appointments often hinge on club leadership changes. Mourinho, who previously managed Madrid from 2010 to 2013, won two La Liga titles and a Copa del Rey during his tenure. Perez's pledge suggests he views the Portuguese coach as a draw for voters ahead of the election. The promise reflects the deep connection between club ownership and coaching decisions at one of Europe's biggest football institutions.