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Real Madrid view Arbeloa’s continuity as unlikely amid lack of impact
There is a growing sense within Real Madrid that a major change is unavoidable this summer, and understandably, the spotlight is on Alvaro Arbeloa.
After a campaign that has fallen well below expectations, the club’s leadership is now leaning towards a managerial reset as part of a wider rebuild.
Reports from MARCA suggest that Arbeloa continuing in charge is now viewed internally as highly unlikely.
While no official decision has been announced yet, the conclusion drawn is that performances and results simply have not matched the standards expected at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Another poor season for Real Madrid
For what it is worth, this situation is not just about one coach, as the entire 2025/26 project has struggled to find stability.
To begin with, the earlier appointment of Xabi Alonso failed to deliver consistency, and the subsequent switch has not produced the turnaround the club had hoped for.
As a result, Real Madrid are now carrying out a full internal review ahead of the summer window.
One of the key concerns has been the team’s inability to control big matches.
Against top European opposition, Madrid have often looked second best, particularly in midfield where intensity and structure have been lacking.
At the back, recurring defensive issues have forced Thibaut Courtois to play a decisive role far too often, masking deeper problems rather than solving them.
Time for a change?
The lack of consistent wins in high-profile fixtures has only reinforced the need for change.
For a club that measures success in trophies and dominance, falling short in such moments has raised serious questions about both tactical direction and squad balance.
To his credit, Arbeloa has handled the uncertainty with professionalism.
In fact, the former defender is understood to be fully aware of the situation and has no intention of complicating matters, leaving the final decision entirely in the hands of the club.
Looking ahead, with only a handful of games remaining, the season is all but finished for Real Madrid, as only a miracle can bring them closer to winning the La Liga title.
Real Madrid have identified the midfield department as a key area of the squad that needs strengthening next year.
Having failed to sign Rodri this past summer, the Merengues understand that a major signing is necessary in the position.
Several names have already been linked as potential targets for the Spanish capital club, one of whom happens to be AFC Bournemouth rising star Alex Scott.
Indeed, Real Madrid have scouted the England international this season and are continuing to closely monitor his development in the Premier League.
However, competition for the 23-year-old midfielder’s services is already heating up.
AC Milan eye Alex Scott
Indeed, according to Tutto Mercato (h/t AS), Italian giants AC Milan have set their sights on Scott to replace Real Madrid legend Luka Modric next season.
Modric, at 41, is entering the final phase of his career and his contract with the Rossoneri stands to expire at the end of the ongoing campaign.
As such, the Serie A heavyweights will need to rope in a replacement and have seemingly identified Scott, who is also on Real Madrid’s radar, as an option.
Apart from AC Milan, even Chelsea and Liverpool have also shown interest in the 23-year-old England star, and might even be willing to make a move for him in January.
This complicates the situation for Real Madrid, who would ideally wait until the summer of 2027 to reinforce their midfield unit.
€50 million for Scott?
Furthermore, the report states that Scott is valued by Bournemouth at around €50 million, a fee that could be an issue for AC Milan.
That figure, however, should not pose a challenge for Real Madrid. Nonetheless, the increasing competition for the 23-year-old’s services could drive up the price further, making things complicated.
For now, though, Real Madrid’s interest in Scott has been limited to scouting and monitoring his progress and compiling reports on him.
Whether it translates into a formal approach and offer in the summer or in January itself remains to be seen.
