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Real Madrid Reportedly Considered Itoudis Before Florentino Pérez Kept Scariolo
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First reported by Mako · Jun 26, 2026
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Spanish media say Dimitris Itoudis was among the coaches considered by Real Madrid if Sergio Scariolo were dismissed. Florentino Pérez instead backed Scariolo after winning the club presidency, despite a trophyless season and an early playoff exit.
- 01Itoudis was reportedly on Real Madrid’s shortlist as a possible Scariolo replacement.
- 02Pérez decided to keep Scariolo after winning the club presidency.
- 03Real Madrid was eliminated by Tenerife in the Spanish league quarterfinals.
- 04Scariolo has two years left on his contract, so firing him would require compensation.
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