Fights, controversies, and tension within the team: this has been the most turbulent week for a Real Madrid side that is looking towards Mourinho on the horizon.

Real Madrid endured one of the worst weeks in its long history, or at least in its recent history. The team was a pressure cooker that finally exploded. To add insult to injury, Barcelona delivered the final blow. Barcelona won El Clásico and were crowned champions of LaLiga in front of their arch-rival, who seemed to be on the verge of collapse. This was unprecedented, as the Catalan team had never secured the title with a direct confrontation against Real Madrid. However, at this stage of the season, the result was just another piece of a truly forgettable year and a terrifying week for Real Madrid fans. Real Madrid experienced its worst days. The Santiago Bernabéu stadium has been the scene of several turbulent events. More specifically, Valdebebas, where the situation reached its peak. On May 7th, the sports complex was the site of a scandal that made headlines worldwide. Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni were involved in a fight that resulted in Valverde being hospitalized. This reflected the internal deterioration and tensions within the club. The serious incident, described as "the most serious ever experienced in Valdebebas," occurred just before the match against their arch-rival, which proved to be decisive. The day before, Valverde and Tchouaméni had another heated argument. However, the fight that occurred in the locker room was the last straw: "Tchouaméni initiated the fight, slapping Valverde. Valverde retaliated, and the situation escalated," according to reports. This led to Valverde being taken to the hospital. This incident highlighted the underlying tensions within the team. Several weeks later, the team was rocked by another scandal involving Antonio Rüdiger and Álvaro Carreras. In another example of the tensions within the team, the Spanish defender admitted to being slapped by the German player before the match against Betis. "Regarding the incident with a teammate, it was a minor issue that has already been resolved. My relationship with the entire team is good," he said. European media reported that the German defender apologized by inviting all his teammates and their families to dinner. This was just one of many controversies that marked the weeks leading up to the incident. One of them, mentioned by some sources, was the breakdown of Xabi Alonso's project, allegedly caused by some players who disagreed with the intensity of the training and the excessive tactical approach proposed by the former midfielder. "I didn't know I was coming to train a daycare!" was reportedly the coach's frustrated exclamation during one of the training sessions with the team. In addition to the negative attitudes, there was a lack of willingness and a poor attitude. In fact, he had a public dispute with Mbappé after losing the Super Cup final to Barcelona. The coach tried to organize his team to perform a ceremonial honor guard for the champions. However, the scene broke down abruptly. The French player ignored the instruction and led his teammates directly towards the tunnel to the locker rooms, preventing the customary gesture. Eventually, the former midfielder reached an agreement to end his relationship with a team full of stars and strong egos. Following the imminent departure of Arbeloa, there is speculation in Spain about the return of José Mourinho, who is considered the only viable option to rebuild a project and bring balance to a complicated dressing room that is out of control after losing its way. Although there is no agreement yet, there have been initial contacts. However, Benfica does not intend to let him go unless Real Madrid pays his release clause, estimated at 3 million euros. According to Spanish media, "The Special One" has set high demands for his return. The Portuguese coach has demanded a two-year contract, the appointment of a spokesperson to handle non-football-related matters, independence, complete sporting freedom, and changes in various areas. Mourinho wants to work with his coaching staff, which may include Arbeloa. This would lead to the departure of the historic fitness coach, Antonio Pintus. He also wants a direct line of communication with Florentino Pérez.