Jose Mourinho is the preferred candidate of Real Madrid President Florentino Perez to take over as head coach this summer, according to The Athletic.

Interim boss Alvaro Arbeloa’s contract runs out at the end of the season.

Mourinho, who is currently in charge of Benfica, reportedly has a £2.6 million break clause in his contract with the Portuguese club.

Jose Mourinho is the preferred candidate of Real Madrid President Florentino Perez to take over as head coach this summer, according to The Athletic.

Interim boss Alvaro Arbeloa’s contract runs out at the end of the season.

Mourinho, who is currently in charge of Benfica, reportedly has a £2.6 million break clause in his contract with the Portuguese club.