Real Madrid to pay Mourinho clause if Pérez wins

Florentino Pérez's candidacy announced José Mourinho as the prospective Real Madrid head coach. The appointment depends on Pérez winning the club's presidential election. The announcement was shared via a video on the candidacy's social‑media platforms. The video was produced with artificial intelligence. Benfica is reported to know that Real Madrid will pay the Mourinho clause. This knowledge links the clause to the election outcome. The clause would be triggered if Pérez secures the presidency. Its activation would enable Mourinho to assume the coaching role. The forthcoming election will decide whether the clause is activated and Mourinho takes charge. Real Madrid and its supporters await the result.