Jose Mourinho discusses FC Barcelona and Kylian Mbappe at Real Madrid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 9:33 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Jose Mourinho, newly appointed head coach of Real Madrid, spoke about his approach to FC Barcelona and his plans for Kylian Mbappe during an interview with GQ. After being re-elected, Florentino Perez appointed Mourinho to replace Alvaro Arbeloa. He expressed no lingering negative feelings towards Barcelona and acknowledged the importance of competing against top clubs. Mourinho stated he aims to improve Mbappe, despite the player's mixed success since his transfer from Paris Saint-Germain. He emphasized listening and supporting the French star as he prepares for the upcoming season, which begins on July 13.
- •Mourinho is Real Madrid's new head coach as of June 2026.
- •He aims to break Barcelona’s domestic dominance in La Liga.
- •Mourinho expressed a commitment to improving Kylian Mbappe.
- •Real Madrid preseason starts on July 13, 2026.
- 9:33 AMYahoo Sports — New Real Madrid Coach Mourinho Addresses FC Barcelona And Mbappe
"Former FC Barcelona assistant manager, and now Real Madrid head coach, Jose Mourinho has addressed the Catalan club and what he’ll do with Kylian Mbappe.
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