José Mourinho tells Raúl Asencio he is not in future plans at Real Madrid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 7:20 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
José Mourinho has informed Raúl Asencio that he will not be included in Real Madrid's plans for next season. Asencio, primarily a defender, has seen his place questioned following the arrivals of Ibrahima Konaté and the contract extension for Antonio Rüdiger. The club is reportedly working with Jorge Mendes to find a suitable exit for Asencio, who prefers to stay and compete for a spot. Mourinho aims to strengthen his defense with another addition before the transfer window closes.
- •Mourinho sees Asencio as surplus to requirements.
- •Ibrahima Konaté's arrival complicates Asencio's position.
- •Asencio wishes to stay and compete for minutes.
- •Real Madrid is negotiating a potential transfer for Asencio.
- •Mourinho plans to add to the defense before the summer ends.
- 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — José Mourinho informs Real Madrid star that ‘he is not counting on him’ for next season
"New Real Madrid head coach José Mourinho has informed a member of his defensive ranks that he has been deemed surplus to requirements at the club with a view to next season.The player in question? Ra...
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