Kylian Mbappe likes post suggesting Mourinho's return to Real Madrid, triggers social media chatter

Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé has sparked a debate with his recent social media activity, fueling speculation about a possible Jose Mourinho comeback to the Bernabeu more than a decade after his exit.

Real Madrid's Mbappé sparks Mourinho comeback chatter with social media gesture. Image: AP

FP Sports Desk|Apr 23, 2026, 21:46:59 IST

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has sparked fan frenzy and a massive discussion online with his social media activity amid uncertainty surrounding head coach Alvaro Arbeola's future with the team. The chatter involves a potential comeback for legendary Jose Mourinho to the team over a decade after he left the La Liga heavyweights.

La Liga outfit Real Madrid remains under immense pressure after losing to FC Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final. While they are second in the La Liga standings, closing in on the table-toppers, Barcelona has become difficult for Los Blancos.

Mbappe triggers a social media storm

With Real Madrid reaching a tense position in the Spanish football league, Kylian Mbappe's activity on an online post has triggered widespread discussion. The club forward has liked a social media post from Score 90, which compares Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho with the 2013 team and the current squad.

Alvaro Arbeola remains unbothered

Kylian Mbappe's social media activity triggered a storm as questions arose over Alvaro Arbeola's tenure with Real Madrid and who could be the club's next manager. But Arbeola remains unbothered, as he believes such things have zero importance.

"These are things I don't even consider. It doesn't bother me if he gives a like to Mourinho, Julia Roberts or anyone else. It has no importance," Alvaro Arbeola said, as quoted by the BBC.

Real Madrid will soon be in La Liga action against Real Betis on Saturday, April 25, at Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville, Spain.

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