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Mourinho remarks on Real Madrid's situation without Rodri amid Barcelona signing

Al Jazeera English • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 1:24 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Mourinho remarks on Real Madrid's situation without Rodri amid Barcelona signing
Summary

Jose Mourinho, newly back at Real Madrid, expressed confidence in his team's ability to perform without Rodri, who recently joined Barcelona. Mourinho acknowledged that Real Madrid made a strong offer for the Spain captain but ultimately did not secure his signature. As the La Liga season progresses, Real Madrid will look to solidify their squad under Mourinho's guidance. The club's plans may shift to adjust to the competitive without Rodri.

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  • •Jose Mourinho returns to Real Madrid for a second spell.
  • •Rodri has signed with Barcelona after Real Madrid's unsuccessful bid.
  • •Mourinho believes Real Madrid will cope without Rodri's presence.
  • •The situation unfolds as the La Liga season progresses.
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  • 1:24 PMAl Jazeera English — Mourinho fires Real Madrid shot at Barcelona saying he ‘didn’t need’ Rodri - Al Jazeera
What they're saying
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Jose Mourinho is back for a second spell at Real Madrid who, he says, didn’t need Barcelona’s new signing Rodri.

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