Overview
- Florentino Pérez, in a combative press conference Tuesday, rejected resignation rumors and called club elections, blaming an “organised campaign” against him.
- Multiple outlets report José Mourinho is in late-stage talks to return, with a reported €3 million Benfica release clause easing an exit, though Madrid has not confirmed any hire.
- Iker Casillas publicly urged the club not to reappoint Mourinho, saying other coaches would suit Real Madrid better despite calling him a great professional.
- Real fined Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni after a training-ground fight that left Valverde needing a hospital check, highlighting ongoing dressing-room strain.
- Kylian Mbappé is reported to prefer skipping remaining Bernabéu games because of sustained boos from home fans, underscoring a sharp breakdown in supporter relations.