https://www.mourinho.netLatest Jose Mourinho news, football transfer updates and European club stories from the Premier League, Serie A, La Liga and Champions League.https://www.mourinho.net/uncategorized/uefa-condemns-fifa-plans-sell-world-cup-stakes/Tensions rise as UEFA strongly criticizes FIFA's proposal to sell minority stakes connected to the World Cup, sparking talks of a boycott among European nations.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:00:11 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/retaining-rodri-key-manchester-city-success-enzo-maresca/Enzo Maresca’s appointment as Manchester City manager brings a fresh chapter, but retaining World Cup-winning captain Rodri is vital to sustaining the club’s recent dominance amid Real Madrid’s interest.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 19:25:13 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/uncategorized/uefa-condemns-fifa-private-investment-world-cup/Uefa has strongly criticised Fifa's plan to introduce private investment into the World Cup and other competitions, describing the move as crossing a line.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:25:08 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/wrexham-eye-premier-league-return-despite-playoff-heartbreak-ahead-of-liverpool-clash/Wrexham, under Phil Parkinson, aim to bounce back from missing Championship playoffs as they prepare to face Liverpool in a high-profile pre-season friendly in New York.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:50:32 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/uncategorized/fifa-backlash-world-cup-commercial-rights-sale/Fifa's plan to sell commercial rights of its tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors has sparked strong criticism from Uefa and top European clubs, who accuse the governing body of 'selling the soul of football.'Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:15:13 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/xabi-alonso-welbeck-henderson-chelsea-transfer-rumours/Following Chelsea's 6-4 pre-season victory over Western Sydney Wanderers, Xabi Alonso addressed speculation surrounding potential signings of Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson, emphasizing a focus on squad balance rather than confirming transfer targets.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:40:13 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/uncategorized/can-new-scottish-premiership-season-top-best-campaign-decades/The Scottish Premiership's recent season delivered one of the most thrilling conclusions in years. As the new campaign approaches, fans and experts alike wonder if it can surpass the excitement and drama witnessed just over 10 weeks ago.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 16:05:15 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/uncategorized/uefa-opposes-fifa-world-cup-private-investment-proposal/UEFA has firmly rejected FIFA's reported plan to introduce private investment into the World Cup, emphasizing that the tournament is not for sale and warning against crossing a critical line in football governance.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:30:28 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/serie-a/roberto-mancini-italian-football-reset/Italian football has faced unprecedented turmoil in the past 16 days with the resignations of Paolo Maldini and Leonardo amid a managerial search. Roberto Mancini's appointment aims to bring much-needed stability to the sport's landscape.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:55:11 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/primeira-liga/roberto-mancini-returns-italy-head-coach-claudio-ranieri-technical-director/Roberto Mancini has been reappointed as Italy's head coach, replacing Gennaro Gattuso. Claudio Ranieri steps in as technical director, marking a significant reshuffle in the Italian Football Federation's leadership.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:20:16 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/primeira-liga/roberto-mancini-poised-to-take-over-italy-head-coach/Roberto Mancini is on the verge of being appointed as the new head coach of the Italy national football team, according to the president of the Italian Football Federation.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:45:13 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/serie-a/roberto-mancini-return-italy-head-coach/Roberto Mancini is set to take charge of the Italy national football team once again, following Paolo Maldini's brief tenure as technical director.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:00:28 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/transfers/sunderland-close-dayann-methalie-signing-newcastle-back-off/Sunderland are on the verge of signing Toulouse defender Dayann Methalie for around £26 million after Newcastle United decided not to pursue the 20-year-old this summer. Methalie, a versatile France Under-21 international, had been a long-standing target for Newcastle but now looks set to join SundeTue, 28 Jul 2026 12:15:16 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/uncategorized/reading-fc-removes-online-shop-items-spelling-errors/Reading FC has taken down merchandise images from its online store after discovering spelling mistakes on the items.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:40:09 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/milos-kerkez-delighted-to-reunite-with-andoni-iraola-at-liverpool/Milos Kerkez reflects on a summer of surprises, including the shock sacking of Arne Slot and his reunion with Andoni Iraola, whom he describes as the perfect fit for Liverpool.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:05:23 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/uncategorized/zinedine-zidane-appointed-france-coach/Zinedine Zidane has been named the new head coach of the French national team, marking his first managerial role since 2021.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:25:11 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/primeira-liga/zinedine-zidane-france-head-coach-return/Zinedine Zidane has been named the new head coach of the French national team, succeeding Didier Deschamps with a four-year deal. This marks a significant homecoming for the football legend.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:50:15 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/transfers/manchester-united-sign-juventus-francisco-conceicao/Manchester United, under Michael Carrick's guidance, is reportedly targeting Juventus winger Francisco Conceição in a £43m deal, edging ahead of Chelsea in securing the talented Portuguese forward.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:50:12 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/premier-league-futures-programme-supports-former-academy-players/The Premier League Futures programme is providing vital support to former academy players like Iyiola Adebayo, helping them find new career paths after early setbacks in football.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:05:17 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/wales-footballs-closest-derby-cwmbran-celtic-cwmbran-town/Cwmbran Celtic and Cwmbran Town, separated by a mere 40 metres, are preparing to face each other on the football pitch for the first time in 16 years, creating one of the closest derbies in football history.Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:35:11 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/serie-a/john-stones-inter-move-england-world-cup-2026/John Stones is set to join Inter Milan on a free transfer following his departure from Manchester City, with the defender's standout performances at the 2026 World Cup boosting his appeal.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:35:17 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/uncategorized/fifa-president-gianni-infantino-summoned-congress-trump-ties/Fifa president Gianni Infantino faces congressional scrutiny as US lawmakers investigate the governing body's ties with Donald Trump and his administration, seeking documents and an interview.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 21:00:14 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/premier-league-transfer-spending-surges-2026/The Premier League has outspent the Bundesliga, La Liga, Ligue 1, and Serie A combined this summer, with English clubs investing over £1.4bn in new players, widening the financial gap across Europe's top leagues.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:25:14 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/english-football-trial-goalkeeper-tactical-time-outs-2026-27/A new trial aimed at curbing goalkeeper tactical time-outs will be introduced across English football in the 2026-27 season, as authorities seek to prevent the deliberate disruption of match momentum.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:50:14 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/uncategorized/paolo-maldini-resigns-italy-technical-director-head-coach-saga/Paolo Maldini has resigned from his position as technical director of the Italian Football Federation just 16 days after his appointment, following disagreements over the Italy head coach role.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 19:15:12 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/english-football-trials-rule-goalkeeper-timeouts/English football's leading leagues have agreed to trial a new rule aimed at reducing goalkeeper tactical timeouts in the upcoming season.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:40:14 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/tottenham-hotspur-new-womens-football-academy-blocked-high-court/A high court ruling has overturned Enfield council’s approval for Tottenham Hotspur to build a new women’s and girls’ football academy in Whitewebbs Park, halting the club’s plans for the facility.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 18:05:24 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/howard-webb-champions-diversity-drive-boost-match-officials/Howard Webb, England’s chief refereeing officer, is committed to expanding the pool of match officials from under-represented communities, aiming to improve standards and inclusivity in English football's officiating ranks.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 17:30:12 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/uncategorized/relentless-soccer-schedule-continues-post-2026-world-cup/Following the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, the global football calendar remains packed with multiple leagues and competitions kicking off across the world, highlighting the overwhelming abundance of soccer action available to fans.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:55:26 GMThttps://www.mourinho.net/premier-league/chelsea-surprise-move-danny-welbeck-brighton/Chelsea are reportedly in talks to sign 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton, signaling a notable shift in the club's transfer approach under Xabi Alonso.Mon, 27 Jul 2026 16:20:12 GMT