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Jose Mourinho is widely expected to be the next man in the Real Madrid dugout, but fans at the Bernabeu are still waiting for the official confirmation of his return. While a verbal agreement is reportedly in place, several institutional and financial hurdles have pushed the announcement back for the Special One's return.

Alvaro Arbeloa has issued a heartfelt farewell to Kylian Mbappe and the Real Madrid squad after stepping down from his role as head coach. The former Blancos defender’s departure comes following a final-day victory over Athletic Club, marking the end of a whirlwind six-month tenure in the Santiago Bernabeu dugout.

Former Real Madrid head coach Fabio Capello has delivered a blunt assessment of the current squad, identifying a crucial lack of quality in the middle of the park. As the Spanish giants prepare for a summer of upheaval and the anticipated return of Jose Mourinho, the legendary Italian believes recruitment must focus on technical intelligence.

Kylian Mbappe secured a second straight Pichichi Trophy after scoring in Real Madrid’s final-day win over Athletic Club. The French forward has now matched a feat previously achieved only by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi over the last 38 years in La Liga.