Mourinho recommends Tomas Araujo for Real Madrid's defensive strategy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 8:40 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Jose Mourinho has added Benfica defender Tomas Araujo to Real Madrid's wishlist for defensive reinforcement. With recent additions like Ibrahima Konate and the extension of Antonio Rudiger's contract, Mourinho continues to seek another elite centre-back. Araujo, 24, is regarded for his strong defensive skills and versatility, playing both centre-back and right-back. Currently under contract with Benfica until 2029, Real Madrid is at the evaluation stage regarding Araujo’s potential acquisition, with no active negotiations taking place yet.
- •Tomas Araujo is a 24-year-old defender from Benfica.
- •Araujo combines strong defensive skills with tactical versatility.
- •Real Madrid has strengthened their defense but seeks further reinforcements.
- •Mourinho has personally recommended Araujo to the club hierarchy.
- •Currently, Real Madrid's interest is at the evaluation stage.
- 8:40 AMYahoo Sports — Jose Mourinho adds 24-year-old versatile Portuguese defender to Real Madrid wishlist
"Real Madrid may have already strengthened their defence this summer, but their recruitment plans appear far from complete.According to journalist Ramon Alvarez de Mon, Benfica defender Tomas Araujo is...
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