Federico Valverde appreciates José Mourinho's approachable style at Real Madrid

Federico Valverde has expressed surprise at the personable approach of new Real Madrid manager José Mourinho, who joined the club this summer. Valverde noted Mourinho's ability to build relationships with players and emphasized the manager’s balance of being approachable yet demanding. The club aims to rebound from two consecutive seasons without silverware, and Mourinho's experience is seen as critical to achieving success. Valverde's positive feedback highlights the potential for improved dynamics among players and coaching staff moving forward.

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