Portuguese giants Benfica were on the verge of signing Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon before his St James' Park switch, with Jose Mourinho revealing the astonishing near-miss in the transfer market.
Exclusive: Newcastle United are considering a stunning player-plus-cash deal that would see Anthony Gordon move to Benfica while João Neves heads to St James' Park in a major summer transfer shake-up.
Newcastle United star Anthony Gordon discloses how close he came to joining Jose Mourinho at Benfica in a dramatic transfer twist that nearly changed his career path entirely.
The Special One showed his class by gifting his training jacket to a young Newcastle supporter following Benfica's pre-season friendly at St James' Park.
Former England star Joe Cole makes compelling case for Alexander Isak's central role in Newcastle's attack, analysing Eddie Howe's tactical options ahead of crucial Premier League fixtures.
Exclusive: The Special One could be set for sensational St James' Park switch as Benfica deal collapses and Anthony Gordon emerges as unexpected transfer target in dramatic managerial saga.
Newcastle United suffer major blow as Anthony Gordon is confirmed to miss the vital Champions League fixture against Benfica, dealing Eddie Howe's squad selection a significant setback.
Newcastle United returned to winning ways in spectacular fashion with a dominant 3-0 victory over Jose Mourinho's Benfica, leaving the Portuguese manager looking dejected on the sidelines.
Newcastle United secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Benfica in a pulsating Champions League encounter at St. James' Park, with Anthony Gordon's second-half strike proving decisive.
Exclusive: The Special One could be set for dramatic Premier League comeback while Newcastle target Benfica starlet and Anthony Gordon faces transfer tug-of-war
The 2025-26 Champions League group stage delivers thrilling English clashes as Newcastle United host Portuguese giants Benfica while Manchester City travel to face Villarreal in what promises to be a night of European football fireworks.
Portuguese giants Benfica end Newcastle's European campaign in heartbreaking fashion after a 4-2 penalty shootout victory following a 1-1 draw in the Champions League qualifier.
Everything you need to know about Newcastle United's pre-season friendly against Benfica in Portugal, including kick-off time, TV channel information and live streaming options.
Jose Mourinho launches astonishing attack on London clubs while confirming advanced Benfica negotiations and paying emotional tribute to Newcastle legend Sir Bobby Robson.
Everything you need to know about Newcastle United's crucial Champions League showdown against Benfica at St James' Park - including live stream details, TV channel information and team news.
Jose Mourinho delivers thinly-veiled criticism of London clubs while confirming Benfica turned down Newcastle United's Champions League approach, sharing emotional memories of Sir Bobby Robson.
In an emotional interview, Jose Mourinho opens up about how Sir Bobby Robson transformed his career and became his football father figure during their time together at Sporting Lisbon, Porto and Barcelona.
Jose Mourinho makes triumphant Champions League return as Newcastle United manager with dramatic victory over Benfica, while Eddie Howe takes charge of his first match.
Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim made perplexing tactical changes during their crucial Benfica clash, leaving fans and pundits baffled as Manchester United speculation intensifies.
Beth Mead and Alessia Russo shine as Arsenal Women secure commanding 5-1 victory over Benfica in UEFA Women's Champions League qualifier at Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal's Women's Champions League campaign begins disastrously with a 4-1 thrashing by Benfica, leaving Jonas Eidevall's side with mountain to climb in Group A.
Arsenal Women produced a stunning comeback victory against Benfica, with a dramatic 89th-minute winner securing a crucial 2-1 away win in their Women's Champions League group stage opener.
Jose Mourinho's emotional return to Porto descended into pandemonium as violent clashes and missile-throwing marred the Champions League clash at Stamford Bridge, with police struggling to maintain control.
Jose Mourinho's potential attendance at the explosive Benfica vs Porto clash has triggered unprecedented security measures amid fears of fan violence and pitch invasions at the Lisbon derby.
Exclusive: The Special Eye could be plotting a sensational return to Stamford Bridge amid Benfica interest, with Joleon Lescott dropping major hints about Mourinho's next career move.
Enzo Maresca's tactical revolution begins with a statement win as Chelsea edge past Benfica in a thrilling pre-season encounter. Discover how the Blues' new era started with promise.
Exclusive insight into Jose Mourinho's career crossroads as he reveals coming within hours of taking Benfica job, a decision that would have changed football history forever.
Relive Jose Mourinho's tactical brilliance as Chelsea secured a dramatic Champions League victory over Benfica, with Frank Lampard's decisive penalty sealing their path to European glory.
Jose Mourinho plots ambitious double transfer swoop for Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez and Wolves' Pedro Neto as Roma boss eyes Champions League return with former club Benfica watching closely.
Chelsea secure dramatic 2-1 victory against Benfica with late winner after Portuguese side's stunning equaliser threatened to spoil English hopes in European competition.