Jose Mourinho is expected to sign his Manchester United contract by Friday, according to reports.
Mourinho's agent Jorge Mendes was locked in talks with Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward on Wednesday, where a number of complicated image rights issues were addressed.
Significant progress was made on a number of those issues, and the outstanding points will be worked through on Thursday. Provided negotiations continue at a similar pace, both sides remain hopeful the contract will be signed by the close of business on Friday.
Among the issues addressed on Wednesday were conflicts of interest concerning both parties' pre-existing sponsorship commitments, including their watch and car deals. United have a watch endorsement deal in place with Bulova, while Mourinho is an ambassador for Hublot. United have Chevrolet as their shirt sponsor while Mourinho is contracted to use a Jaguar.
An issue with the copyright of Mourinho's name is understood to have been resolved. As well as being registered in the UK, 'Jose Mourinho' is registered as a trademark of Chelsea FC on the European Union's Intellectual Property Database. However, the matter is now said to be concluded.
Mourinho is keen for a speedy resolution to negotiations, so he can begin his efforts to rebuild United and return them to the top of English and European football. He is already planning his moves in the summer transfer window and looking at what United already have in place for pre-season.
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