According to recent reports, the Real Madrid squad has made their preference clear regarding the club’s next head coach. The players are leaning towards former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp rather than Jose Mourinho, who is currently in charge at Benfica.
Mourinho remains a candidate for the position, but the Madrid dressing room fears his arrival could create tension and conflict. The Portuguese coach’s previous tenure at the club was marked by internal clashes, and players believe history might repeat itself. Klopp, on the other hand, is viewed as a unifying figure who can foster a positive atmosphere.
The timing is critical, as current manager Alvaro Arbeloa is likely to leave at the end of the season after a disappointing campaign. Real Madrid is heading towards a trophyless year, and the board is expected to make a managerial change. While Mourinho has openly expressed interest in returning to the Santiago Bernabeu, the players’ voices are reportedly influencing the decision.
Klopp has been without a club since stepping down from Liverpool in 2024, making him an attractive free-agent option. A report from Cadena Ser, as relayed by Sportskeeda, indicates that the squad sees the German as a better fit to lead the team forward. The coming weeks could see the club’s hierarchy make a final call, with player sentiment playing a key role.