Jose Mourinho adjusts Real Madrid's midfield ahead of El Clasico
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 6:20 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Jose Mourinho is preparing Real Madrid for El Clasico against Barcelona, focusing on countering Barcelona's midfield strength. Mourinho plans to start Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga in a double pivot, supported by Federico Valverde. Arda Guler will also feature on the right flank, adding creativity alongside Jude Bellingham. This strategic move comes as both teams gear up for their matchup, with Barcelona looking to maintain midfield control.
- •Mourinho's midfield strategy includes Tchouameni and Camavinga.
- •Valverde set to play as a right-back against Barcelona.
- •Arda Guler will add creativity on the right wing.
- •El Clasico preparations continue as both teams focus on key matchups.
- 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Mourinho’s single biggest selection dilemma ahead of El Clasico
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Jose Mourinho’ plan to counter Barcelona’s midfield dominance – report
"As El Clasico nears, Jose Mourinho moves closer and closer to the biggest test his team has faced yet this season. While it is Barcelona who are coming off a defeat midweek, it is the men in white who...
"El Clasico is just a stone’s throw away, and Jose Mourinho has massive decisions to make in terms of setting his starting XI for the mega clash.Hansi Flick and Barcelona, quite clearly, have their f...
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 6:20 AMMourinho’s single biggest selection dilemma ahead of El Clasico
As El Clasico nears, Jose Mourinho moves closer and closer to the biggest test his team has faced yet this season. While it is Barcelona who are coming off a defeat midweek, it is the men in white who...
- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 6:00 AMJose Mourinho’ plan to counter Barcelona’s midfield dominance – report
El Clasico is just a stone’s throw away, and Jose Mourinho has massive decisions to make in terms of setting his starting XI for the mega clash.Hansi Flick and Barcelona, quite clearly, have their f...
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