The exit from the AFC Champions League at the hands of Al-Ahli was the straw that broke the camel’s back in the relationship between Jesus and Al-Hilal. The 3-1 defeat in the semi-finals ended the team’s hopes of continental glory and ignited fan anger.
Media sources revealed that the name of Jose Mourinho, the coach of Turkish club Fenerbahçe, is being strongly considered within Al-Hilal’s corridors to take over the technical leadership, as officials see him as an ideal choice for the upcoming phase, succeeding his compatriot Jesus.
Mourinho is experiencing a difficult period in Turkey, as he has not won any titles with Fenerbahçe and is currently in second place, significantly behind Galatasaray. He has also faced sharp criticism due to his controversial behavior, notably during the Turkish Cup.
Journalist Ben Jacobs stated that Al-Hilal is studying several names, including Nuno Santo, Xavi Hernandez, Marco Silva, and Simone Inzaghi. However, Mourinho remains the closest option due to Al-Hilal’s long-standing desire to sign him.
