Florentino Perez is tired of two years without winning anything and is thinking about renovating the bench. Jose Mourinho is being mentioned again for Real Madrid, even though he has a contract with Benfica. Klopp, Pochettino, and Deschamps are also on the list.
After two seasons without titles, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is considering drastic changes. According to the Portuguese daily "Record," Jose Mourinho is one of the candidates to replace the current coaching staff.
The "Special One" already coached the club between 2010 and 2013, breaking Barcelona's dominance and winning a record Liga title and the Copa del Rey. Although his departure was contentious, his relationship with Perez remains respectful, and a meeting is planned to evaluate his return.
The search for a coach remains open. Pressure is growing due to poor results and the failure to meet the club's objectives. A key meeting will soon take place with Perez and Arbeloa to define the future of the first team.
Although there has been no official contact with Mourinho yet, his candidacy is gaining strength. The 63-year-old coach follows events in Madrid from Lisbon, aware that the vacancy at one of the world's most prestigious clubs could materialize soon if the board opts for a change.
Despite having a contract with Benfica, Mourinho would be open to returning to Real Madrid. The former Chelsea, Manchester United, and Roma coach has support among the fans and the board, who remember his tenure as a period of great rivalry against Pep Guardiola's Barcelona.
Although there are no official negotiations, the idea of him taking charge of a squad that needs a "revolution" appeals to the board, which has always had his name in consideration. His track record in high-pressure environments fits with a club that cannot afford a third season of disappointments.
Although Mourinho is one of the most frequently mentioned candidates in board meetings, he is not the only high-profile coach under consideration. Madrid keeps all options open as it searches for the ideal coach to lead the club in the 2026/27 season and beyond.
Also on the list is Jurgen Klopp, although he has repeatedly rejected the idea of returning to the sidelines. Mauricio Pochettino and French national team coach Didier Deschamps, who will step aside for Zinedine Zidane after the World Cup, are also mentioned as potential candidates. With Perez leading the search, Mourinho's return remains a clear and intriguing option.
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