While waiting for Mourinho's arrival, Arbeloa says: I'm leaving with a clear conscience, Jose is number one

Jose Mourinho's return to Real Madrid is a matter of days, writes Spanish newspaper "Marca". There has been talk of the Portuguese's return to Madrid for some time, and the reputable Spanish newspaper writes that Mourinho is the only candidate for the "merenges" bench and that he will certainly be the new coach.

While the media is writing about Mourinho's arrival, Real Madrid is preparing for the end of an unsuccessful and turbulent season. The Madrid team will end the campaign without a trophy, and tomorrow (19) in the 37th round they will visit Sevilla, who have moved out of the relegation zone, but have not yet secured survival.

And ahead of tomorrow's match, Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa addressed the media at a press conference. He spoke about the current situation at the club, relations with the players, and the arrival of Mourinho.

"I don't agree with the stories that I didn't have control over the dressing room, but for me as a former Real Madrid player, Mourinho is number one. I thought that a month ago and I still think that. He is and always will be one of us. If he is here next season, I will be very happy to see him at home again. When the club makes a decision about the coach for next season, they will announce it when they deem it appropriate," Arbeloa stressed.

Arbeloa, therefore, will leave Real Madrid's bench at the end of the season.

"Before I came, I was a coach in the third tier, and I'm leaving as a first-league coach, who also led the team in the Champions League. For me, this period was a huge experience and an opportunity to learn. It's a great thing to be here in front of you, and I'm leaving with a clear conscience," said Arbeloa.

Arbeloa succeeded Xabi Alonso in the winter, but he did not bring the desired result.

"It's always difficult at this club when you don't win. That's what hurts me the most, I haven't been able to help the players win trophies. We haven't met expectations and we've disappointed many who believed in us," said Alvaro Arbeloa.