Jose Mourinho described his return to Real Madrid for a second spell in charge as like coming home. Mourinho was officially presented as Madrids new coach on Tuesday, his appointment having been announced back in June.He has signed a contract until June 2029, coming in after a tumultuous 2025-26 season that saw Madrid fail to win a trophy as Xabi Alonso did not manage to live up to expectations, with Alvaro Arbeloa unable to turn things around.Madrid visit Espanyol for their LaLiga opener on Saturday, and Mourinho was effusive in expressing his delight at returning to the dugout for the club with whom he dethroned Pep Guardiolas Barcelona in LaLiga in 2011-12.This is like coming home, Mourinho said. Emotionally, its even better than the first time because back then it was about reaching the top of the world, and now its more emotional and heartfelt.Im one of you, I always have been, since the day I got presented in 2010 and the day I left in 2013, I am one of you, Mourinho said of his message to the Madrid fans. I have a fantastic memory of Wembley [at the 2024 Champions League final] when we beat Dortmund, and the affection that was shown to me that day. I really am one of you.You can imagine what it means to me to work for Real Madrid. This is a principle everyone must follow: working for Real Madrid means working for you.Words arent enough because its like a mission. Its not about worrying about myself or whether Ill earn a lot or a little.Im here to help everyone be better: players, staff To create a culture of hard work, responsibility, ambition, and something I know well, the responsibility and honour of working for Real Madrid. I really like this concept. Topics Jose Mourinho LaLiga Real Madrid CF Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Its crystal clear Simeone adamant Alvarez will stay at Atletico Nicholas McGee 18th August, 2026 Rodri arrives in Barcelona to complete dream move Nicholas McGee 17th August, 2026 Barcelona are only signing Rodri to prevent Real Madrid getting stronger Valdano Jon Fisher 17th August, 2026 Schalke 0-3 Madrid: Report, result, goals from pre season friendly Ben Miller 17th August, 2026 Basel 2-5 Barcelona: Anthony Gordon helps Barca win friendly Ben Miller 16th August, 2026 Schalke vs Madrid: Confirmed teams, full line ups for pre season friendly Jon Fisher 16th August, 2026
