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Mourinho plans key role for Silva at Real Madrid despite World Cup struggles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 10:10 AM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Mourinho plans key role for Silva at Real Madrid despite World Cup struggles

Summary

Jose Mourinho views Bernardo Silva as a crucial part of his plans for Real Madrid following the midfielder's disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup with Portugal. Silva struggled for playing time during the tournament, featuring only briefly. However, Mourinho believes Silva can bring balance and creativity to his preferred 4-2-3-1 formation. The manager sees Silva as a versatile option, capable of operating in multiple attacking roles. Silva will need to prove himself during pre-season to secure a regular spot in the starting XI.

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•Bernardo Silva faced limited action at the 2026 World Cup, playing 97 minutes.
•Jose Mourinho plans to build Real Madrid's attack around Silva's versatility.
•Silva started only one match for Portugal, leading to questions about his form.
•Mourinho is determined to focus on Silva's club potential while assessing his role.
•The competition for attacking positions at Real Madrid remains intense this summer.

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Real Madrid news surrounding Bernardo Silva has taken an interesting turn following the midfielder’s underwhelming 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with Portugal. While the experienced playmaker strugg...
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