Alvaro Arbeloa's tenure as Real Madrid's first-team manager might be cut short. The former defender, who stepped in after Xabi Alonso's departure in January, could be facing an exit as the season concludes, with the club likely to miss out on major silverware once again.

Despite reportedly having the backing of the dressing room, Real Madrid's leadership is expected to make a change. According to reports from Portugal's Record, a sensational return for Jose Mourinho is emerging as a serious possibility.

The 'Special One,' who managed Los Blancos from 2010 to 2013, is currently under contract with Benfica until 2027. However, the report suggests his name is being actively discussed by president Florentino Perez as a potential candidate to take the helm.

Mourinho remains a legendary, if polarizing, figure at the Santiago Bernabeu. While he would reportedly welcome a return, his recent comments during a racism incident involving Vinicius Jr. and Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni may have complicated his standing with some at the club.

The coming days could see movement on this front, setting up a dramatic potential homecoming for Mourinho, 13 years after his first spell in Madrid ended.