Jose Mourinho identifies six key starters for Real Madrid ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 9:15 AM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Jose Mourinho is set to begin his second stint at Real Madrid with a core group of six players identified as automatic starters. Star goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, along with Marc Cucurella, Fede Valverde, Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Junior, and Kylian Mbappe, form the backbone of Mourinhos's anticipated lineup. Mourinho's return is supported by significant transfers, with the club bringing in players such as Denzel Dumfries and Ibrahima Konate. As pre-season unfolds, competition for various positions remains, particularly on the right flank and in defense. The ongoing transfer window may influence the final structure of the squad.
- •Mourinho prepares for his return at Santiago Bernabeu.
- •Six players are considered automatic selections for the starting XI.
- •New signings include Denzel Dumfries and Ibrahima Konate.
- •Competition for positions remains, particularly in defense and midfield.
- •The transfer window may further impact the squad structure.
- 9:15 AMYahoo Sports — Jose Mourinho has six untouchable starters at Real Madrid as hierarchy begins to emerge – report
"Jose Mourinho is preparing to lead Real Madrid into a new era as he looks to begin his second stint at the Santiago Bernabeu.Florentino Perez has backed him exceedingly well in the transfer market, br...
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