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Real Madrid legend advises against Mourinho return – ‘No longer in his prime’
TL;DR
Real Madrid legend Alvaro Arbeloa advises against the return of Jose Mourinho, stating he is 'no longer in his prime.' Discussions about potential managerial changes at Real Madrid are underway as the club prepares for major summer changes.
Key points
- Alvaro Arbeloa advises against Mourinho's return
- Mourinho is considered 'no longer in his prime'
- Real Madrid is set for major changes this summer
- Mourinho's agent has offered him to Real Madrid
- A release clause exists in Mourinho's contract at SL Benfica
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Real Madrid legend advises against Mourinho return – ‘No longer in his prime’
Real Madrid are set to undergo some major changes in the summer, starting from the manager, with Alvaro Arbeloa expected to be axed.
Talks of potential replacements are already doing the rounds with former Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho’s name gaining weight in recent days.
Indeed, the Portuguese tactician’s agent, Jorge Mendes, has reportedly offered him to Los Blancos, while also informing them about a release clause in his contract at SL Benfica.
The said exit clause, which would allow Real Madrid to sign Mourinho for free, is understood to have a deadline.
Guti says no to Mourinho
However, former Real Madrid star and club legend Guti has advised the club against rehiring Mourinho in the summer.
Mourinho to Real Madrid? Guti says no. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
“Mourinho is a great manager, but I think he is no longer in his prime, in the sense that he has just come from Fenerbahçe, took over at Benfica at a very difficult time,” Guti said, as quoted by MARCA.
Q&A
Why does Alvaro Arbeloa advise against Jose Mourinho's return to Real Madrid?
Alvaro Arbeloa believes Jose Mourinho is 'no longer in his prime,' suggesting that his effectiveness as a manager has diminished.
What changes are expected at Real Madrid this summer?
Real Madrid is expected to undergo major changes, including the potential axing of current manager Alvaro Arbeloa.
Who is Jorge Mendes and what is his role in Mourinho's potential return to Real Madrid?
Jorge Mendes is Jose Mourinho's agent, and he has reportedly offered Mourinho to Real Madrid while discussing a release clause in his contract with SL Benfica.