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Media outlets are abuzz with reports of a potential return for seasoned Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho. Real Madrid president Florentino Perez appointed Arbeloa in January as the successor to Xabi Alonso, who has since agreed terms with Chelsea in London.
Arbeloa also stated that he would not work as part of Mourinho's coaching staff if the Portuguese manager were to take over the team. "'Mou' has a fantastic coaching staff, he has good people around him. If he comes to Madrid, he'll bring his own team. There's no chance I'd be with him. And my future? I'll start thinking about that on Monday," said the 43-year-old former Real Madrid and Liverpool defender.
"Los Blancos" will host Athletic Bilbao at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday in their final La Liga match of the season. Arbeloa hopes it won't be a definitive farewell: "I hope it's more of a 'see you later.' I've always considered this club my home; I've been part of Madrid for 20 years in various roles. This will be my last game this season as a Real Madrid coach. However, I don't know if it will be the last game of my life as a Real Madrid coach. You never know. I'll try to enjoy it, and we'll try to win."
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