Mourinho sacked by Fenerbahçe, Sporting could lose out | OneFootball

It’s official! José Mourinho is no longer the coach of Fenerbahçe. The Portuguese manager could not withstand the elimination from the Champions League, after the defeat in the qualifying play-off against Benfica last Wednesday. This decision may have an impact on Sporting’s plans, with renewed interest in Geny Catamo now back on the table.

“We say goodbye to José Mourinho, who had been the coach of our professional A football team since the 2024-2025 season. We thank him for his efforts for our team and wish him success in his future career,” wrote the Istanbul club in a statement on its official account on the social network ‘X’.

The dismissal of José Mourinho from Fenerbahçe could have an impact on Sporting’s transfer market, since the Turkish club was one of the teams eyeing a move for Geny Catamo, along with Galatasaray and Aston Villa. Even so, the Portuguese coach denied any interest in the Mozambican winger.

“I don’t think Geny Catamo is on Fenerbahçe’s list. Honestly, I don’t think there is any list. I don’t think any player will come in now. It doesn’t make sense. I don’t think there’s anything with Geny,” said José Mourinho in his last press conference, which was a preview of the match against Benfica.

This season, wearing the Sporting shirt, Geny Catamo – valued at 15 million euros – has already played four matches, always as a starter. In the 278 minutes he has been on the pitch, the left-footer has yet to score a goal or provide an assist for Rui Borges’ team.

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