Overview
- Football Espana reports José Mourinho held an initial video call with Real Madrid and outlined terms for a possible return to the Bernabéu.
- His reported asks include a two-year contract, full control over team selection and staff, authority to trim the squad, and more say over preseason plans.
- Yahoo Sports reports Madrid have decided to dismiss interim coach Álvaro Arbeloa at season’s end after a trophyless campaign.
- Club figures want a manager who can command the dressing room and find an on‑field plan that lets Vinícius Júnior and Kylian Mbappé thrive together.
- Mourinho is widely portrayed as the frontrunner and remains under contract at Benfica with a reported release option, while Unai Emery and other experienced coaches are also under consideration.