José Mourinho is close to returning to Real Madrid as head coach. José Mourinho is set to become the new head coach of Real Madrid. The decision follows internal conflicts and the need to restore order in the dressing room. An official announcement is expected after the end of the season.
Another coaching change is underway at Real Madrid: according to Spanish media, José Mourinho is all but confirmed as the club's new head coach. The decision to bring him back is linked to the need to stabilize the situation after a series of internal team conflicts and frequent coaching changes over the past year.
The fate of the coaching staff became a subject of debate after Álvaro Arbeloa temporarily took charge, replacing Xabi Alonso and Carlo Ancelotti. Now, according to sources, the club’s management sees Mourinho as the only candidate capable of restoring order in the locker room and bringing the team back under control. In recent weeks, tensions at Real Madrid have intensified: conflicts between players—such as the clash between Tchouaméni and Valverde—and tensions following the match against Oviedo, where Mbappé argued with Arbeloa, have heightened the demand for a tough and authoritative coach.
The process of appointing Mourinho should not face any obstacles from the club’s side. Even the election campaign initiated by Florentino Pérez after his sharp press conference will not affect the timeline. According to Real Madrid’s statutes, the club continues to operate as usual during elections as long as there are no alternative candidates for president. Mourinho is expected to officially take charge after the end of the season, tentatively around May 23.
In a recent interview with La Sexta, Florentino Pérez indirectly supported Mourinho's return, noting his contribution to the club's progress during his previous tenure from 2010 to 2013. According to management, it was during this period that the foundations were laid for subsequent successes, including four Champions League titles in five years. The issue of Mourinho's contract termination with Benfica, estimated at three million euros, is not seen as a serious obstacle.
The club emphasizes that key personnel decisions regarding the squad will be made only after the appointment of the new coach. This summer, a major overhaul is expected at Valdebebas: first, departures will be decided, then new signings, and Mourinho will have a say in shaping the squad. Against this backdrop, interest in the team's situation remains high, especially after Mbappé and Carvajal returned to the squad for the match against Oviedo, which also sparked discussion about the club's internal dynamics.
For reference: José Mourinho already managed Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013, winning the Spanish championship and the national cup with the team. In the past 12 months, the club has changed coaches three times, a rarity even for Europe's top clubs. The question of Vinicius's future and potential new transfers remains open, while the official announcement of Mourinho's appointment is expected in the coming days.
