Despite steering Real Madrid to their first Primera Liga title in four years, Fabio Capello remains uncertain about his future at the Santiago Bernabeu. Capello, who has two years remaining on his contract, has made it clear that Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon can determine whether he stays or not. "I've said many times before that I want to carry on as coach of Real Madrid, but it all depends on Calderon," the Italian tactician told reporters after his side's 3-1 comeback victory over Real Mallorca on Sunday. "I told him that when we met last week, but he didn't give me an answer." You should be straightforward with me; if you don't want me to stay say it clearly. Calderon had repeatedly hinted at Capello's exit throughout the season, and it would come as no surprise if the former Juventus boss is ousted.
Beckham is leaving Real German coach Jupp Heynckes was fired only days after Los Blancos won the 1998 UEFA Champions League title while Vicente Del Bosque was shown the door despite winning four continental and local trophies. Yet, Capello is adamant that his main concern was his latest achievement with Los Merengues. "The important thing this year was the job I did with the players and how they performed on the pitch. I don't care about the rest." Capello, who is also celebrating his 61st birthday, did admit he made a major mistake en route to the La Liga title. "I admit I made a mistake earlier this season when I didn't count on Beckham. We all make mistakes; it is impossible to do things right all the time.”
