Florentino Perez ready to make unpopular Alvaro Arbeloa decision amid Real Madrid’s links to Jose Mourinho, Jurgen Klopp and Didier Deschamps
Disappointing Season Sparks Consideration for Change
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly prepared to sack Alvaro Arbeloa this summer following a disappointing campaign at Santiago Bernabeu. Despite the head coach enjoying significant support from within the dressing room and certain sections of the board, the club hierarchy is already considering elite replacements to restore domestic and European dominance.
Reasons Behind the Potential Sacking
Perez has reportedly decided that a change in management is necessary after a trophy-less season that saw Madrid fall nine points behind Barcelona in La Liga. Arbeloa, who replaced Xabi Alonso in January 2026, has struggled for consistency despite maintaining a harmonious relationship with his players.
- Real Madrid finished nine points behind Barcelona in La Liga
- Alvaro Arbeloa replaced Xabi Alonso in January 2026
The president remains firm on appointing a more experienced figurehead, believing the current win rate is insufficient for the club's lofty standards.
Potential Replacements and Future Plans
The club is considering top managers like Jose Mourinho, Jurgen Klopp, and Didier Deschamps as potential replacements for Arbeloa. With Perez looking to restore Real Madrid's dominance, a new managerial appointment seems increasingly likely.
