Jose Mourinho will return to Real Madrid as manager on a two-year deal.
The LaLiga giants are bringing Mourinho back 13 years after his first spell, following a disappointing end to a trophyless season.
An announcement is expected after Real’s final game of the season against Athletic Club on Sunday.
Mourinho, whose contract includes the option for a further year, is then set to be unveiled in Madrid next week.
Alvaro Arbeloa has been in temporary charge of Real Madrid since Xabi Alonso was sacked in January, seven months into the job. Mourinho will hope he can fare better than his two former players.
Mourinho finished the season with Benfica on Saturday, beating Estoril 3-1 to finish third in Liga Portugal in an unbeaten league campaign.
