Álvaro Arbeloa steps down as Real Madrid coach | OneFootball

Before the announcement of José Mourinho’s appointment, Real Madrid announced on Tuesday afternoon that it had ended its relationship with Álvaro Arbeloa as first-team coach.

Arbeloa leaves Real Madrid after 28 matches in which he recorded 18 wins, 8 defeats, and 2 draws. His team was knocked out of the Copa del Rey and the Champions League and was also unable to challenge for the league title.

"Real Madrid feels very grateful to Álvaro Arbeloa, who throughout his time at the club, since arriving in our youth academy, has always shown loyalty, commitment, and professionalism. He is an example of the values of our club.

"Real Madrid, which will always be his home, wishes Álvaro Arbeloa and his entire family the very best of luck in this new stage of their lives," the statement explains.

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