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Jose Mourinho evaluates Real Madrid academy players in pre-season training

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Jose Mourinho evaluates Real Madrid academy players in pre-season training

Summary

Real Madrid's pre-season training begins today, with manager Jose Mourinho focusing on evaluating academy talents. Several senior players are unavailable post-FIFA World Cup, allowing young prospects an opportunity to impress during the opening stages of training. Mourinho has taken a hands-on approach, reviewing reports on various youth players to select those he wants to assess personally. His focus remains on establishing higher standards and a competitive culture within the squad as they prepare for the new campaign.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid pre-season training starts today.
•Jose Mourinho personally reviews academy players for assessment.
•Several senior players are absent after the World Cup.
•Mourinho focuses on establishing new standards in training.
•Academy players have a key opportunity to impress this summer.

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7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Jose Mourinho handpicks Real Madrid academy talents for crucial pre-season test – report

What they're saying

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Real Madrid pre-season officially gets underway today, but behind the scenes, Jose Mourinho has already been laying the foundations for what he hopes will be a successful new chapter at the Santiago B...
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