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Dumfries ahead of Alexander-Arnold in Real Madrid right-back competition

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 7:25 AM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Dumfries ahead of Alexander-Arnold in Real Madrid right-back competition
Summary

Jose Mourinho has indicated Denzel Dumfries may take precedence over Trent Alexander-Arnold for the starting right-back position at Real Madrid. During pre-season matches, Dumfries has impressed the manager, leading to a shift in expectations for the two players. Dumfries started at right-back in successive games against Ferencváros and Deportivo, while Alexander-Arnold came off the bench in both instances. The coach appears to be testing different roles for the players rather than viewing them as direct replacements for one another.

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  • •Denzel Dumfries signed for €20 million from Inter Milan.
  • •Mourinho favors Dumfries in pre-season games over Trent Alexander-Arnold.
  • •Dumfries started matches against Ferencváros and Deportivo.
  • •Alexander-Arnold came on as a substitute in multiple pre-season games.
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  • 7:25 AMYahoo Sports — Dumfries vs Alexander-Arnold: Mourinho establishes Real Madrid right-back pecking order
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Real Madrid’s plans at right-back could take an unexpected turn next season, with new signing Denzel Dumfries set to move ahead of Trent Alexander-Arnold in Jose Mourinho’s pecking order.According...

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