Real Madrid are reportedly set to search for a new manager this summer, as Alvaro Arbeloa is unlikely to have his contract renewed after the team failed to secure a major trophy for the second consecutive season. Internal discussions are already underway regarding potential successors, with Jose Mourinho being considered.
Mourinho is expected to be available to leave Benfica for free at the season’s end, and his potential availability has attracted the attention of Real Madrid. He has quickly become the preferred choice of president Florentino Perez, with whom Mourinho maintained a positive relationship during his previous tenure at the Bernabeu from 2010 to 2013.
Mourinho has expressed his desire to return to Real Madrid this summer. Currently, the club perceives him as the only practical option to replace Arbeloa, according to reports from Diario AS.
The Real Madrid dressing room has experienced significant division in recent months, culminating in a physical altercation between Aurelien Tchouameni and Fede Valverde earlier this week. Club officials are concerned about this situation and believe Mourinho possesses the ability to restore the team’s morale and propel them towards better performance next season.
No agreement yet between Real Madrid and Mourinho
As of now, there is no formal agreement in place between Real Madrid and Mourinho regarding his potential appointment as manager. The club’s leadership remains focused on current on-field performance. However, this could shift after the upcoming week, especially if Real Madrid fails to win El Clasico on Sunday, which would officially cede the La Liga title to Barcelona.
It remains uncertain whether Mourinho will indeed return to Real Madrid in the summer, but current indications suggest this is a strong possibility. His potential appointment would undoubtedly generate considerable attention, and for club officials, the crucial factor will be whether it translates into a positive impact within the dressing room.