As of April 29, 2026, there are unverified reports circulating that Jose Mourinho is being linked with a return to Real Madrid as manager. The claims suggest that club president Florentino Perez favors Mourinho, currently at Benfica, to replace Alvaro Arbeloa. However, no official statement from Real Madrid, Benfica, or Mourinho has been issued.
Web searches conducted on this date did not yield any credible sources, such as The Athletic or other major outlets, confirming these reports. The Athletic has not published any article indicating that Perez has identified Mourinho as a candidate. Additionally, Alvaro Arbeloa's current role as manager is not officially confirmed by Real Madrid.
Given the lack of verified information, these claims remain speculative. Readers are advised to await official announcements from the clubs or Mourinho himself before considering the news as factual.
