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Mourinho presents plans for Real Madrid with squad ahead of La Liga opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 6:00 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Mourinho presents plans for Real Madrid with squad ahead of La Liga opener
Summary

Jose Mourinho was presented as Real Madrid's new manager in a closed-door event with Florentino Perez. The manager, returning to the club after a previous tenure, expressed excitement and responsibility for the upcoming season. He provided insight into his management style, emphasizing discipline and common sense among players. Mourinho praised Kylian Mbappe's talent and discussed Jude Bellingham's World Cup performance, asserting both players are crucial to the team's success this season. He also commented on Vinicius Jr.'s contract renewal and expressed satisfaction with his current squad, stating no additional signings are necessary before the league starts.

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  • •Mourinho presented to fans; emphasis on squad discipline.
  • •Praise for Mbappe, who joined earlier than expected.
  • •Acknowledged Bellingham's standout World Cup contribution.
  • •Expressed satisfaction with current squad, no more signings needed.
  • •Discussed Vinicius Jr.'s contract factors and criticism.
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  • 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Mourinho talks Mbappe, Bellingham, Vinicius, Rodri, Arbeloa, new signings
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Jose Mourinho was Real Madrid’s first big ‘signing’ of the summer after the departure of Alvaro Arbeloa, and last night he became the first of the new arrivals to be presented.The manager was p...

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