José Mourinho Hits €100M in Sack Payouts After Fenerbahçe Exit

Here is a story José Mourinho’s managerial career and the staggering compensation payouts he’s amassed from sackings — including the record-breaking exit from Fenerbahçe.

José Mourinho has long been nicknamed “The Special One” — not just for his on-field dominance, but also for the lucrative payouts he’s collected whenever his glittering career hits sudden ends. Here is his managerial stops, the trophies lifted, the controversies sparked — and the severance sums that shaped his bank statement.


José Mourinho
José Mourinho 

The Mourinho Football Odyssey

José Mário dos Santos Mourinho Félix, born January 26, 1963, debuted in management at Benfica in 2000, before rising to global stardom with:

José Mourinho
José Mourinho 


  • Porto (2002–2004) – Captured UEFA Cup and Champions League.

  • Chelsea – Two tenures (2004–07, 2013–15), Premier League titles, and unforgettable Stamford Bridge moments.

  • Inter Milan (2008–2010) – Delivered a legendary treble: Serie A, Coppa Italia, and Champions League.

  • Real Madrid (2010–2013) – La Liga, Copa del Rey; left amid controversy.

  • Manchester United (2016–2018) – Europa League, League Cup.

  • Tottenham Hotspur (2019–2021) – No trophies, dismissed days before a final.

  • Roma (2021–2024) – Won the Europa Conference League in 2022, his first major European win with a fourth club type.

  • Fenerbahçe (2024–2025) – Short-lived Turkish adventure ends with Champions League failure.

How Much Has Mourinho Pocketed?

Recent reports chart his extraordinary compensation haul from sackings — a testament to both his talent and bargaining power:

Breakdown by Club — Estimate in Euros (€):

Club Estimated Severance (€)
Chelsea (1st stint) ≈ 20.8 M
Real Madrid ≈ 20.1 M
Chelsea (2nd stint) ≈ 9.5 M
Manchester United ≈ 22.6 M
Tottenham ≈ 17.3 M
Roma ≈ 3.5 M
Fenerbahçe ≈ 9–15 M (reported range)

Summing these, Mourinho's career payouts exceed €100 million, with some estimates totaling as much as €102.8 million. Other reputable sources report the Fenerbahçe exit added around €9 million, while some outlets claim €15 million — still pushing him over the €100 million mark.

The Fenerbahçe Exit

José Mourinho
José Mourinho 


On 29 August 2025, Fenerbahçe and Mourinho mutually parted ways after failure to reach the Champions League group stage, just two matches into the new Turkish season

Compensation figures vary:

  • €9 million per FootballTransfers.

  • €15 million according to Transfer Football and regional reports 

Takeaway: This final payout may edge Mourinho’s total well beyond €100 million or approximately £93 million 

The Special One’s Compensation Legacy

Mourinho’s legacy is twofold: he’s one of the most successful managers in football history — and perhaps its richest when departures are involved. His ability to command high severance pay reflects both his trophy-laden résumé and negotiation strength. Love him or critique him, "The Special One" has made “getting fired” an art form with financial flair.

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