Jose Mourinho shows confidence in squad after missing Rodri
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Jose Mourinho expressed no anger following Real Madrid's failure to sign Rodri from Manchester City, who opted for Barcelona. Despite initial concerns, Mourinho has confidence in his current squad and plans to test players, including Bernardo Silva, in a double pivot role during an upcoming preseason friendly against Ferencvaros. The coach is optimistic about achieving success with the existing team.
- •Real Madrid will not pursue additional midfield signings this summer.
- •Rodri informed Real Madrid of his decision to join Barcelona.
- •Mourinho is set to test current players in the upcoming friendly.
- •Bernardo Silva may play in a double pivot alongside Aurelien Tchouameni.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Jose Mourinho ‘not angry’ after missing out on top midfield target, has full confidence on current squad
"Real Madrid are now out of the race for Rodri, and it seems set that the club will not make any new midfield signings this summer beyond Bernardo Silva.There were rumours that Jose Mourinho was push...
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