Former Real Madrid manager offers himself to club, feels there is ‘unfinished business’

TL;DR

Former Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has expressed interest in returning to the club, citing 'unfinished business.' The club is currently searching for a new manager as Alvaro Arbeloa is expected to leave at the season's end.

Key points

Jose Mourinho offers himself for a return to Real Madrid
Alvaro Arbeloa expected to leave as manager
Real Madrid searching for a new manager
Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino mentioned as candidates
Mourinho cites 'unfinished business' with the club

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Former Real Madrid manager offers himself to club, feels there is ‘unfinished business’

Real Madrid are preparing for some major changes in the summer, starting from manager Alvaro Arbeloa, who is expected to be relieved of his duties at the end of the season.

The search for his successor is already underway, with names like Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino being mentioned as potential candidates.

Meanwhile, a familiar face in the form of Jose Mourinho has also been linked with a return to the Santiago Bernabeu.

Mourinho offers himself to Real Madrid

In fact, according to journalist Jose Felix Diaz (via Ruben Martin YouTube), Mourinho has offered himself to Real Madrid.

The Portuguese tactician, currently in charge of SL Benfica, feels there is ‘unfinished business’ at the Santiago Bernabeu, and as such, he is keen to return.

Mourinho to return to Madrid? (Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez Rey/Getty Images)

Mourinho spent three seasons as Real Madrid manager between 2010 and 2013. During that time, he won one La Liga title, one Copa del Rey trophy, and one Spanish Super Cup.

The 63-year-old remains well-liked at the Santiago Bernabeu and has a good relationship with club president Florentino Perez.

So, if there is an approach from Real Madrid, he would be willing to consider the opportunity to return to the Spanish capital club.

Q&A

Why is Real Madrid looking for a new manager?

Real Madrid is preparing for major changes, including the expected departure of current manager Alvaro Arbeloa at the end of the season.

Who are the potential candidates to replace Alvaro Arbeloa at Real Madrid?

Names like Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino have been mentioned as potential successors for Alvaro Arbeloa.

What does Jose Mourinho mean by 'unfinished business' at Real Madrid?

Jose Mourinho feels there are unresolved matters from his previous tenure at Real Madrid, which he believes he could address if given another opportunity.