The club are beginning the search for a successor to Alvaro Arbeloa, whose tenure appears to be nearing its end after consecutive seasons without a major trophy.
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Madrid’s hierarchy want a new head coach, and Emery has emerged as a leading option to guide the next era. Reports claim Florentino Perez and the board hold the 54-year-old in high regard.
Emery’s reputation has soared after transforming Villa into a consistent Premier League top-five contender since 2022.
Jose Mourinho has also been linked with a dramatic return. He managed Madrid from 2010 to 2013, winning three trophies, and reportedly has a break clause at Benfica currently.