Arbeloa to leave Real Madrid, rules out Mourinho staff role

Alvaro Arbeloa's tenure as Real Madrid coach is drawing to a close after a trophyless season. The former player, who took over from Xabi Alonso in January, confirmed on Friday that he will not be continuing in the role next season. This comes amidst widespread speculation that Jose Mourinho is set to return to the Santiago Bernabeu.

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Arbeloa was unequivocal when asked about the possibility of working under Mourinho. "There's no chance that I would be with him," he stated, acknowledging that the Portuguese manager would likely bring his own established coaching team. This signals a clear break from any potential involvement with the club's future coaching setup under Mourinho.

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Mou has a fantastic technical team, he’s got good people around him, if he comes to Madrid he will come with his team. There’s no chance that I would be with him.

Despite the disappointing end to his brief managerial stint, Arbeloa expressed a deep emotional connection to Real Madrid. Having served the club for two decades in various capacities, from player to youth coach, he described the upcoming final league match as a potential "see you later" rather than a definitive goodbye. He emphasized his hope to enjoy the final game and secure a win, underscoring his enduring ties to the club he considers his home.

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I hope it’s a see you later… I’ve always considered this my home, I’ve belonged to Madrid for 20 years in various roles.