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Jose Mourinho targets Arsenal defenders Hincapie and Calafiori for Real Madrid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 9:40 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Jose Mourinho targets Arsenal defenders Hincapie and Calafiori for Real Madrid

Summary

Real Madrid is pursuing Arsenal defenders Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori to enhance their squad under new manager Jose Mourinho. The club aims to address recent seasons without major trophies, and Mourinho believes the two would strengthen the team. However, Arsenal is expected to resist any attempts to sell key players as they build for the Premier League campaign. Negotiations are likely to be challenging for Madrid as they seek to improve their defense ahead of the new season.

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By the Numbers

•Jose Mourinho has been appointed as Real Madrid's manager this summer.
•Madrid seeks to revamp their defense after two trophyless seasons.
•Mourinho specifically wants Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori from Arsenal.
•Arsenal is determined to keep their top players amid transfer interest.
•Real Madrid may need extensive negotiations to secure either player.

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What they're saying

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Real Madrid have been one of the busiest clubs in Europe this summer as they look to strengthen their squad after appointing Jose Mourinho as their manager.The Spanish giants have gone two consecutive...
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