Real Madrid appoints Jose Mourinho as head coach for a second stint, the club confirms, 13 years after he previously led the team. Multiple outlets report that Mourinho’s return follows the announcement of his appointment by Real Madrid on Thursday. He replaces former coach Álvaro Arbeloa, according to one report that says the change is now official.
The sources agree that Mourinho previously coached Real Madrid during his first spell and that his second tenure marks a return to the Spanish club after more than a decade. While some coverage references Mourinho’s reputation from his earlier time in Spain—describing him as having an abrasive style yet noting his success— the central facts across the reports are consistent: the Portuguese manager is returning as Real Madrid’s new coach, and the move comes after the earlier managerial period associated with Arbeloa.
Yahoo Sports also includes a player-related angle, reporting that a Real Madrid player expresses enthusiasm about Mourinho’s return and says the team is looking forward to starting work.
