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Fenerbahce supporters cheer and set off flares during the ceremony to welcome Jose Mourinho as manager. AP
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Jose Mourinho takes photos with supporters during his official presentation as Fenerbahce's new manager at Sukru Saracoglu stadium in Istanbul, Turkey, Sunday, June 2, 2024. AP
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Jose Mourinho waves to supporters during his official presentation as Fenerbahce's new coach. AP
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Jose Mourinho has signed a two-year contract to become Fenerbahce manager. AP
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Jose Mourinho arrives at Fenerbahce following a trophy-laden career across Europe. AP
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Jose Mourinho signs his contract next to Fenerbahce President Ali Koc. AP
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Jose Mourinho has won league titles in Portugal, England, Spain, and Italy. EPA
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Jose Mourinho holds his Fenerbahce jersey in the air during a ceremony at the Ulker Stadium in Istanbul. EPA
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Jose Mourinho was last employed at Roma, leaving the Italian club in January. EPA
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Jose Mourinho has won 21 major trophies during his managerial career. EPA
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Jose Mourinho (C) poses for selfies with fans as he is presented as Fenerbahce's new head coach during a ceremony at the Ulker Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey, 02 June 2024. Jose Mourinho signs a two-year contract with Fenerbahce. EPA / ERDEM SAHIN
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Jose Mourinho alongside his family on stage during his presentation as Fenerbahce's new head coach. EPA
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Fenerbahce supporters pack inside the Ulker Stadium to welcome Jose Mourinho as manager. EPA
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Fenerbahce supporters cheer and set off flares during the ceremony to welcome Jose Mourinho as manager. AP
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Jose Mourinho takes photos with supporters during his official presentation as Fenerbahce's new manager at Sukru Saracoglu stadium in Istanbul, Turkey, Sunday, June 2, 2024. AP
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Jose Mourinho waves to supporters during his official presentation as Fenerbahce's new coach. AP
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Jose Mourinho has signed a two-year contract to become Fenerbahce manager. AP
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Jose Mourinho arrives at Fenerbahce following a trophy-laden career across Europe. AP
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Jose Mourinho signs his contract next to Fenerbahce President Ali Koc. AP
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Jose Mourinho has won league titles in Portugal, England, Spain, and Italy. EPA
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Jose Mourinho holds his Fenerbahce jersey in the air during a ceremony at the Ulker Stadium in Istanbul. EPA
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Jose Mourinho was last employed at Roma, leaving the Italian club in January. EPA
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Jose Mourinho has won 21 major trophies during his managerial career. EPA
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Jose Mourinho (C) poses for selfies with fans as he is presented as Fenerbahce's new head coach during a ceremony at the Ulker Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey, 02 June 2024. Jose Mourinho signs a two-year contract with Fenerbahce. EPA / ERDEM SAHIN
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Jose Mourinho alongside his family on stage during his presentation as Fenerbahce's new head coach. EPA
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Fenerbahce supporters pack inside the Ulker Stadium to welcome Jose Mourinho as manager. EPA
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Fenerbahce supporters cheer and set off flares during the ceremony to welcome Jose Mourinho as manager. AP
Jose Mourinho has Fenerbahce looking to the future with hope and optimism
Fans of the Istanbul giants are delighted with the superstar manager's arrival and believe he can end their long wait for the Super Lig title
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