Real Madrid are in the market for a new manager following the departure of Carlo Ancelotti. With a plethora of big names in the mix, including Zinedine Zidane, Jose Mourinho, and Xabi Alonso, it is club legend Raul who is currently the narrow favourite to take on the role, according to talkSPORT BET odds.
Raul is currently the Real Madrid U19 caretaker manager, having also been with Real Madrid Castilla, the reserves of the Spanish club in 2019. The former Spanish forward is a household name in the country’s capital, having spent 16 years with Real Madrid in his senior career, totalling 550 appearances and an astonishing 228 goals. Since retiring in 2015, Raul has stayed with Real Madrid and would be a fitting replacement for Ancelotti.
Xabi Alonso is the next name on the list of contenders, which would be a shock appointment given his record with Bayer Leverkusen. However, his ability as a player and knowledge would be sure to benefit the club. The 41-year-old’s playing career was varied, spending time in the Premier League with Liverpool, La Liga with Real Sociedad and Real Madrid, before heading to Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga.
Zinedine Zidane is an interesting 5/1 punt. Given the 50-year-old’s long career with the side as a player between 2001 and 2006 and as a manager with two stints, between 2016-2018 and 2019-2021, could the football legend make another return to manage the side at the Bernabeu Stadium?
Other contenders for the role include Julian Nagelsmann at 4/1, Jose Mourinho and Mikel Arteta at 8/1, and Jurgen Klopp at 12/1.
Real Madrid fans will be eagerly anticipating news of who will take on the role of manager, with the club looking to bounce back from a disappointing season. With Raul as the current favourite, it would be a popular choice among fans, given his history with the club and his success as a player.
Heading 1: Real Madrid in the Market for a New Manager
Real Madrid are currently on the hunt for a new manager following the departure of Carlo Ancelotti. The club is looking to bounce back from a disappointing season and is considering a number of big names for the role.
Heading 2: Raul is the Narrow Favourite
According to talkSPORT BET odds, Raul is currently the narrow favourite to take on the role of Real Madrid manager. The former Spanish forward is a household name in the country’s capital, having spent 16 years with Real Madrid in his senior career, totalling 550 appearances and an astonishing 228 goals.
Heading 2: Xabi Alonso in the Mix
Xabi Alonso is another contender for the role of Real Madrid manager. The 41-year-old’s playing career was varied, spending time in the Premier League with Liverpool, La Liga with Real Sociedad and Real Madrid, before heading to Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga. While it would be a shock appointment given his record with Bayer Leverkusen, his ability as a player and knowledge would be sure to benefit the club.
Heading 2: Zinedine Zidane Could Make Another Return
Zinedine Zidane is another interesting contender for the role of Real Madrid manager. Given the football legend’s long career with the side as a player and manager, could he make another return to manage the side at the Bernabeu Stadium?
Heading 2: Other Contenders for the Role
Other contenders for the role of Real Madrid manager include Julian Nagelsmann, Jose Mourinho, Mikel Arteta, and Jurgen Klopp. While Raul is currently the narrow favourite, it remains to be seen who will ultimately take on the role.
Heading 1: Conclusion
Real Madrid fans will be eagerly anticipating news of who will take on the role of manager. With a number of big names in the mix, including Raul, Xabi Alonso, and Zinedine Zidane, it remains to be seen who will ultimately take on the role and lead the club to success in the coming seasons.