Real Madrid has appointed Jose Mourinho as head coach on a three-year contract until June 30, 2029, according to cnn.com. Mourinho returns to the club 13 years after his first spell, during which he won three trophies, also according to cnn.com. He replaces Alvaro Arbeloa as head coach, as reported by france24. Mourinho is set to join the club on July 13, when the preseason officially begins, according to cnn.com. Real Madrid has experienced a trophyless and turbulent period leading up to Mourinho's return, as reported by france24. Real Madrid officially announced the appointment, according to dailysabah.