Mbappe rejects Klopp, backs Zidane for Real Madrid manager – report

According to Football365, as reported by Sportskeeda, Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe is opposed to the club hiring former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp as their next head coach. Instead, Mbappe is pushing for his compatriot Zinedine Zidane to return for a third spell. Real Madrid dismissed Xabi Alonso in January 2026 and appointed Alvaro Arbeloa as interim boss, but Arbeloa is expected to depart this summer, opening the managerial search.

For Nigerian football fans who follow La Liga, the choice of manager could shape Real Madrid’s style of play, results in domestic and European competitions, and the overall viewing experience. A Klopp arrival might bring high‑pressing, energetic football, while a Zidane return could mean a more relaxed, star‑focused approach. Either way, the decision will affect match outcomes, betting odds, and conversations among fans across Nigeria.

Official talks are still early, with Fabrizio Romano confirming that Klopp is merely on the radar and no concrete progress has been made. Fans should watch for announcements from Real Madrid’s board in the coming weeks. If Zidane returns, do you think it will boost Real Madrid’s chances of reclaiming the La Liga title and advancing deeper in the Champions League? Or would you prefer Klopp’s intensity to shake things up?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/19/not-klopp-manager-mbappe-wants-real-madrid-to-appoint-revealed/