Real Madrid coach, Álvaro Arbeloa, was optimistic about the possibility of José Mourinho returning to the club. In a press conference prior to the match against Sevilla FC, Arbeloa expressed that he would be "very happy to see him back home" if the Portuguese is chosen as his successor. In addition, he addressed the recent statements by French forward Kylian Mbappé, who expressed his discontent for not having started in the match against Real Oviedo.
Arbeloa, who took over four months ago, highlighted the importance of his experience at the club. «I came here as a Primera RFEF coach and I am leaving as the coach of Real Madrid, having played Champions League games. "There are not many who can say the same," he commented. The coach stressed that his time at the club has been a "great learning experience" both on a personal and professional level.
The coach also referred to the relationship with the fans, stating that he has felt their support throughout his career. «I am 43 years old and of those, 20 have been spent as a youth player, player and now coach of Real Madrid. "It's been many years in my house," he said. However, he acknowledged that the most complicated thing at the club is "when you don't win", emphasizing the pressure that falls on the players and the coaching staff.
Mbappé's situation
Regarding Kylian Mbappé, Arbeloa clarified that he has no problems with the forward, despite the tensions that arose after the match. "I just saw him and I told him to be calm, that I would take care of it," he explained. The coach considered that Mbappé's statements are normal, given that he understands what players feel when they are not starters. "I wouldn't understand if Kylian didn't want to play for Real Madrid," he added.
Arbeloa also minimized the importance of Mbappé making his complaints public. "It doesn't bother me that they can make public a conversation they have had with me," he said, emphasizing that he always seeks to maintain open communication with his players. "What I explained to him I explain to you and there is no major problem," he added.
Regarding the next match against Sevilla, Arbeloa warned about the challenge that the Andalusian team represents. «Sevilla has won the last three games and has been doing things very well with Luis. “He is a coach with a lot of experience,” he highlighted. The coach also mentioned the complexity of playing at Sevilla's stadium, where the fans create an intense atmosphere. "It is a great club and it will be a tough battle once again," he concluded.
Real Madrid is preparing to face Sevilla in a crucial match, where the pressure to obtain a good result is palpable. Arbeloa, in his role as coach, seeks to maintain calm and concentration in an environment where the demand is constant.
The match will take place this Sunday at the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán stadium, a venue that always presents a challenge for visiting teams.
