Jose Mourinho has rejected the chance to make a prompt return to management at Portuguese club Benfica, according to reports in his homeland.
Mourinho was sacked by English Premier League giants Manchester United in December after a poor start to the season, which was his third at the club.
He was touted to make a quick return to the game at Benfica, however, after the Portuguese club dismissed boss Rui Vitoria on Thursday.
According to local news outlet Record, Mourinho has indicated that stepping into the Benfica dugout is not something he would consider at the moment.
The 55-year-old Portuguese started his top-level managerial career at Benfica in 2000, taking over from Jupp Heynckes, although the spell lasted just nine games as Mourinho fell out with the hierarchy. (RT)
