Jose Mourinho's Chelsea return could be a risk

Jose Mourinho's return ticket to Chelsea looks to have been stamped as Real Madrid president Florentino Perez announced his departure from the Bernabeu at the end of the season.
All signs now point to mere formalities being the only remaining barrier to "The Special One" making a triumphant return to the club he led to unprecedented domestic successes before leaving in September 2007.
Once he has fulfilled his final duties at Real Madrid after a season he openly admits has been the worst of his career, Chelsea and owner Roman Abramovich can finalise a reunion that has been some time in the making.

With claims of an agreement in principle being reached some time ago, the fact that Mourinho's departure is by mutual consent means Abramovich can now complete moves for his target without having to pay compensation. It is another factor that should lead to a swift resolution of any remaining negotiations.

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