Mourinho set to replace Solari as Real Madrid boss next week

Mourinho set to replace Solari as Real Madrid boss next week

- Jose Mourinho is set to replace Santiago Solari as Real Madrid boss after this weekend's hostilities against Real Valladolid

- The ex-United boss is set to succeed Santi Solari after this weekend's fixture against Real Valladolid

- Mourinho was at the helms of affairs at Los Blancos from 2010 to 2013

Jose Mourinho could replace Santiago Solari as Real Madrid boss next week after the club's weekend fixture against Real Valladolid

The Mirror report citing Goal.com claims that the embattled manager Solari is expected to vacate his role as Los Blancos manager, allowing the Portuguese to stage a comeback to the Liga Liga, three months after he as axed by Man United.

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Solari’s tenure as manager has witnessed arguably the worst period in Real Madrid milestone after surrendering any prospects for honours this term in eight days.

Barcelona defeated Real Madrid twice in 72 hours to see Los Blancos crash out in the Copa del Rey semi-final before a second defeat left the Benerbeu dwellers 12 points adrift of La Liga leaders and rivals Barcelona.

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And the lowpoint of Real Madrid’s poor season was the 4-1 bashing by Ajax in the Bernabeu, a performance that saw them crash out of the Champions League, failing to win a fourth successive silverware.

On the other hand, Mourinho was axed by Manchester United in December, after overseeing the Red Devils worst start in a Premier League season and his numerous disagreement with Paul Pogba.

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Previously, Mourinho was at the helms of affairs at Los Blancos from 2010 to 2013, winning one La Liga and one Copa del Rey title each.

Earlier, Legit.ng reported Marcelo has settled personal terms with Serie A champions Juventus ahead of Real Madrid exit in the summer.

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According to sportbible.com report, the Brazilian star Marcelo, who is in his 13th season at the Bernabeu is no longer favourite for the left-back role, with Santiago Solari opting for youngster Sergio Reguilon.

Italian daily La Stampa claim Marcelo will pocket with €12m a season after agreeing a four-year contract at Juventus.

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