Real Madrid appears to be actively searching for its next manager, reportedly contacting several previously considered candidates. While the club hasn’t confirmed if Alvaro Arbeloa will lead the team next season, internal concerns are reportedly growing within both the playing squad and the club’s leadership regarding his suitability as a long-term solution.
Jurgen Klopp has been the primary name associated with the Real Madrid job this summer, though his readiness to return from retirement remains uncertain. Other coaches, including Unai Emery and Massimiliano Allegri, have also been mentioned; Allegri was previously a contender in 2021 to succeed Zinedine Zidane.
Mauricio Pochettino Emerges as Candidate for Real Madrid Managerial Role
Mauricio Pochettino, who had a highly successful tenure at Tottenham Hotspur, was also linked with Real Madrid in 2021. ESPN now reports that the Argentine coach is once again being considered for the top job at Real Madrid. Sources suggest Pochettino is on their current shortlist as the club explores options beyond Arbeloa, whose chances of retaining the position are reportedly slim. Arbeloa might still be offered an alternative role within the club.
Pochettino’s Contract Expires Post-World Cup
The 54-year-old’s contract concludes after leading the USMNT in this summer’s World Cup. His two-year tenure with the national team has garnered mixed reactions, and he has also been rumored for a return to Tottenham Hotspur. Pochettino brings La Liga experience from his initial managerial success at Espanyol, though his more recent stints at Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea have been considered disappointing.
