Mourinho departure no surprise for ex-Benfica President

Former Benfica president Joao Vale e Azevedo is not surprised by Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho’s exit from Stamford Bridge.

Thu, 20 Sep, 2007 - 11:49

Former Benfica president Joao Vale e Azevedo is not surprised by Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho’s exit from Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea confirmed late Thursday they had parted company with the Portuguese by mutual consent despite Mourinho having three years left on his contract.

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Courts Soccer Mourinho leaves Place: Stamford Bridge Person: Mourinho Person: Jose Mourinho Person: president Organisation: Benfica Organisation: Chelsea Organisation: Radio Renascenca

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