Real Madrid appoints Jose Mourinho amid summer signings for new season
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:21 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Real Madrid has appointed Jose Mourinho as head coach for the 2026-2027 season, marking his return after previously managing the club from 2010 to 2013. Alongside Mourinho's appointment, the club has secured key signings including Ibrahima Konate, Marc Cucurella, and Bernardo Silva, reshaping the squad. Vinicius Jr has extended his contract until 2032, a significant move for the team. The season kicks off this weekend, raising expectations surrounding Mourinho’s ability to replicate past successes.
- •Jose Mourinho returns as Real Madrid head coach.
- •Key signings include Konate, Cucurella, Silva, and Diomande.
- •Vinicius Jr extends contract with the club until 2032.
- •Real Madrid's season begins this weekend.
- 7:21 PMCBS Sports — Real Madrid preview: Will sensational Jose Mourinho return pay off for Florentino Perez?
"The Blancos have appointed the Portuguese coach but also made some big signings in the summer, aiming to go all-in as usual
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