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Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho to undergo surgery

Mourinho Fenerbahce vs Twente Fenerbahce head coach Jose Mourinho holds a press conference prior to Fenerbahce vs Union Saint-Gilloise match at Fenerbahce Can Bartu Facilities in Istanbul, Türkiye on Sep. 25, 2024. (AA Photo)
By Newsroom
Dec 22, 2024 3:58 PM

Fenerbahce‘s head coach, Jose Mourinho, is set to undergo gallbladder surgery on Monday.

The Portuguese manager will have the procedure in London, England, to address gallstones. Despite the operation, the experienced coach plans to resume training with the yellow and navy team on Friday, Dec. 27.

Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho to undergo surgery
Head coach Jose Mourinho of Fenerbahce walks through the pitch ahead of the Turkish Super Lig match against Trabzonspor at the Papara Park Stadium in Trabzon, Türkiye, Nov. 3, 2024. (AA Photo)

The experienced coach, who plans to return to training with the yellow and navy team on Friday, Dec. 27, reassured his followers through a statement on his Instagram account.

Mourinho downplayed concerns, describing the operation as a quick and minor procedure, and emphasized his commitment to his team, highlighting that he has not missed a training session in 25 years and has no intention of doing so now.

Last Updated:  Dec 22, 2024 4:00 PM