Florentino Pérez is clear: he wants Zidane back

Florentino Pérez is preparing an ambitious plan to convince Zidane and bring him back to the Real Madrid bench.

Raúl Cabrera Jiménez | 18 Apr 2026 | 16.30
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Florentino Pérez is clear: he wants Zidane back | El Confidencial
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Real Madrid has activated all internal mechanisms following its recent elimination in the Champions League against Bayern Munich. Florentino Pérez does not want any more setbacks and has made it clear to the squad that important changes are imminent in the team's structure.

The defeat has prompted deep reflection in the upper echelons of Real Madrid. The president believes that the time has come for an ambitious reconstruction, both in the squad and on the bench. In this scenario, the name of Zinedine Zidane reemerges strongly.

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The future of Álvaro Arbeloa is not assured. Although the coach still has hopes of winning LaLiga, there are doubts within Real Madrid about his ability to lead a winning project in the long term. Everything will depend on how the season ends.

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Florentino Pérez has started exploring alternatives. Among the names that have been considered, profiles such as Lionel Scaloni or José Mourinho have emerged, although none has generated the necessary consensus within the club. Real Madrid is looking for a figure with experience, leadership, and knowledge of the environment.

In that context, Zinedine Zidane stands out as the top priority. His track record at the Madrid bench, with multiple European titles, makes him a top-level option to start a new phase at Real Madrid.

Zinedine Zidane, Real Madrid's major bet

Real Madrid's plan is clear: to persuade Zinedine Zidane to return to Santiago Bernabéu. Florentino Pérez is willing to make a significant financial effort to achieve this, even positioning him among the highest-paid coaches in the world.

One key point in the negotiation would be to offer him full sporting control. Zinedine Zidane would have power in the planning of transfers and departures, something he did not always have in his previous stints. Real Madrid wants to entice him with a solid project tailored to him.

However, the operation will not be easy. Zinedine Zidane is also considering the option of coaching the French national team, a possibility that has been on the table for some time. Real Madrid will have to move quickly if they want to preempt that alternative.

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The final decision will depend on Álvaro Arbeloa

The outcome of the season will be decisive. If Álvaro Arbeloa manages to win LaLiga, his continuity could be reinforced. But if the team fails again in the domestic objective, the change in the bench will be practically inevitable.

Real Madrid does not want to repeat a season without significant titles. The club's demands require firm decisions, and Florentino Pérez is willing to execute them. Zinedine Zidane's figure represents security, experience, and a proven winning model.

Meanwhile, the squad remains focused on finishing the season in the best possible way. Álvaro Arbeloa still has options to turn the situation around but knows that his future is at stake in every match.

Real Madrid faces crucial weeks. The possible return of Zinedine Zidane would mark a new cycle at the club, with profound changes and a clear commitment to dominate again in both Spain and Europe.

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