As Benfica prepares for their season finale this weekend, all eyes are on Jose Mourinho, who is expected to bid farewell to the Portuguese club and make a highly anticipated return to Real Madrid. The "Special One" is reportedly set to replace Alvaro Arbeloa as the Merengues' manager, with a contract extending until 2028 already in the works. Mourinho is scheduled to meet with Real Madrid officials next week to finalize his comeback to the Santiago Bernabeu—a return that comes 13 years after his first, albeit controversial, stint at the helm.

Despite publicly denying any direct contacts with Real Madrid, Mourinho is said to be fully clued in on the inner workings of the Los Blancos dressing room. According to reports from AS, the Portuguese tactician has been taken aback by the recent behavior of one of the club's biggest stars: Kylian Mbappe. The French forward, known for his explosive pace and goal-scoring prowess, has reportedly shown a surprising attitude that has raised eyebrows.

This comes on the heels of Mbappe taking shots at Arbeloa earlier this week after being left on the bench during Real Madrid's win over Real Oviedo. The incident follows a verbal altercation between Mbappe and a member of the coaching staff, adding fuel to the fire of a fractured dressing room. While the 27-year-old remains a central figure in Real Madrid's plans, his recent antics have caused some annoyance among the current staff.

Mourinho, known for his no-nonsense approach and strict discipline, is reportedly surprised by Mbappe's behavior. However, the club has already taken steps to address the situation. As reported on Friday, Mbappe was called in for a direct meeting with club president Florentino Perez, who aimed to clear the air. The message was clear: while Mbappe remains a key player, no individual is bigger than the club.

Real Madrid's primary goal now is to restore order, stability, and discipline in what has become a fractured dressing room. With Mourinho's return imminent, the stage is set for a new era at the Bernabeu—one that promises to bring back the intensity and structure that defined his first tenure. For fans and players alike, the question remains: can the "Special One" reignite the magic and bring harmony back to the Spanish giants?