Mourinho plans tactical shift to enhance Mbappe's role at Real Madrid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 8:05 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Jose Mourinho aims to implement a new tactical system for Real Madrid focused on maximizing Kylian Mbappe’s strengths for the upcoming season. The strategy intends to allow Mbappe to receive the ball in spaces better suited for his explosive style, shifting away from a traditional center-forward role. Rather than being confined to the penalty area, he is expected to operate from wider positions and utilize his speed to challenge defenders. This approach aligns with Mourinho's past tactics, particularly his use of the 4-2-3-1 formation. The coaching staff is focused on creating an environment that highlights Mbappe's offensive capabilities, allowing for more freedom in his movements.
- •Jose Mourinho leads Real Madrid into a new era.
- •Kylian Mbappe's role will focus on attacking from wider positions.
- •The tactical shift aims to exploit Mbappe's pace and direct running.
- •Mourinho revisits the 4-2-3-1 formation for strategic realignment.
- •The coaching staff seeks to improve Mbappe's efficiency in attacking areas.
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — Mourinho eyeing game-changing tactical tweak to maximise Mbappe’s output next season – report
"Real Madrid are preparing for a new era under Jose Mourinho, and early signs suggest Kylian Mbappe will sit at the heart of the Portuguese coach’s long-term project. Rather than asking the French s...
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