Mourinho Denies Portugal National Team Talks, Reaffirms Fenerbahce Loyalty

Botafogo head coach Renato Paiva responded to rumors linking Cristiano Ronaldo with the Brazilian club, emphasizing that while no concrete information exists, a player of Ronaldo’s caliber would be a welcome addition, especially given his goal-scoring ability despite his age. Meanwhile, Fenerbahce coach José Mourinho firmly denied reports of talks with Portugal’s Football Federation about becoming the national team manager, reaffirming his loyalty to Fenerbahce and stating that he always informs the club about any interest from other teams. Mourinho revealed that he had a meeting with another club in January but declined the offer after notifying Fenerbahce. He also criticized Galatasaray’s celebration of their Turkish Super Lig title, particularly taking issue with their goalkeeper taking a penalty late in a match, and expressed frustration with the perceived officiating bias in the league. These statements highlight Mourinho's focus on his current role despite persistent speculation about his future. Both Paiva and Mourinho addressed transfer and coaching rumors candidly, underscoring their commitment to their respective teams.