Jose Mourinho returns to Real Madrid as head coach

Real Madrid officially announced the appointment of Jose Mourinho as head coach on June 11, 2026. The Portuguese manager has signed a contract spanning three years, lasting until 2029. He returns to the club thirteen years after his initial departure to lead the new era at the Santiago Bernabeu. This announcement followed the official confirmation on June 9, 2026, that Alvaro Arbeloa had parted ways with the club. Arbeloa, who had replaced Xabi Alonso in January 2026, managed the team for 28 matches, achieving 18 wins, two draws, and eight losses. Mourinho is expected to immediately begin planning the club's future operations.