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Arbeloa Breaks Silence on His Future and Leaves Decision to Real Madrid
He was asked about his future… and didn’t hesitate. Arbeloa spoke after the exit and delivered a clear message on his continuity.
Arbeloa Distances Himself From The Debate
The future of Álvaro Arbeloa at Real Madrid remains uncertain, but the coach made it clear it is not something that concerns him right now. Speaking after the Champions League elimination, he addressed the question directly.
“My future? I’m a Madridista and the coach of Real Madrid, but that’s a decision that doesn’t belong to me. I’m not worried about my future, only about these seven matches, which is what matters now,” he said, leaving the decision entirely in the hands of the club.
Focus On The Present
Beyond speculation, Arbeloa emphasized that the team must concentrate on finishing the season strongly. He underlined the demands that come with managing a club like Real Madrid.
“Real Madrid is where things usually go right, but sometimes they don’t. The mentality of this club is to look forward. Here it’s not enough to win or lose… we have to win these seven matches and then think about what we need to improve,” he explained.
Self-Criticism And Room For Improvement
The coach did not shy away from acknowledging areas that need improvement. While he defended certain performances, he admitted the team has not reached its full potential.
“If we look at these last three months, there is a lot of room for improvement. But we have also performed in big matches,” he noted, suggesting the project is still evolving.
A Young Squad With Leaders
Arbeloa also spoke about the balance within the squad, highlighting both its youth and experience. For him, development will depend on managing expectations correctly.
“We have leaders, but also a very young squad. Sometimes we expect too much too soon, but they are working well,” he said, showing confidence in the group’s growth.
The Camavinga Controversy
One of the most discussed moments was Eduardo Camavinga’s red card. Arbeloa openly criticized the referee’s decision.
“It was a serious mistake by the referee because it was clear he didn’t know the player already had a yellow card. These are mistakes that shouldn’t happen in a Champions League match,” he stated, backing his player and defending his future at the club.
No Regrets
Finally, Arbeloa reflected on his time in charge, making it clear he has always acted in the best interest of the club.
“I’ve done what I believed was right at every moment and never put myself ahead of the club. We know there are things to improve, and we are aware of it,” he concluded.
The message is clear: Arbeloa is fully focused on the present… but his future remains one of the biggest questions at Real Madrid.














