Real Madrid make huge Raul coaching decision

Raul will leave his position as Real Madrid Castilla manager at the end of the season but the Spanish giants still plan to keep the legendary striker at the club in some capacity.

The former Spain international has been in charge of Los Blancos' reserve team since 2019 and has taken charge of 178 games, picking up victories in 71 of them. They just missed out on promotion to the Segunda Division under his watch in 2022/23, narrowly losing the promotion play-off final against Eldense.

Raul has previously spoken about the possibility of replacing current first-team boss Carlo Ancelotti, calling himself a "club man" while stating his dedication for the side for which he played 741 matches and scored 323 goals.

Marca now claim the decision for Raul to leave at the end of the season has been made and communicated, with fellow former first-team star Alvaro Arbeloa set to take over having led the Juvenil A side.

Their report adds that it isn't the end for Raul at Madrid, however. Both sides hope to reach an agreement on his next role at the club soon, with a promotion to Ancelotti's coaching staff a possibility.

The 47-year-old could also remain in an academy role that doesn't involve coaching, perhaps working more closely with director of football Santiago Solari.

Raul has been linked with roles in Germany, most notably former side Schalke. The former striker made 98 appearances for the Die Konigsblauen, scoring 40 goals in the twilight of his career after leaving Madrid.

They currently play in the 2. Bundesliga, having been relegated from Germany's top flight in 2022/23.

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