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Real Madrid retains Antonio Pintus as physical trainer under Mourinho

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Real Madrid retains Antonio Pintus as physical trainer under Mourinho

Summary

Real Madrid has confirmed that Antonio Pintus will continue as the club's physical trainer under new head coach José Mourinho. Despite Mourinho wanting to appoint his own trainer, the club's board has decided to retain Pintus, who returned to the club after Xabi Alonso was dismissed last winter. Mourinho has made some changes to his coaching staff, including appointing his own goalkeeper trainer. Reports indicate that this decision reflects the board's approach to the management structure and emphasizes Pintus's established role in conditioning. The collaboration between Mourinho and Pintus will be closely observed as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•Antonio Pintus will remain as physical trainer for Real Madrid.
•Mourinho wanted to appoint his own physical trainer but was overruled.
•Pintus returned to the club after Xabi Alonso's dismissal last winter.
•Mourinho appointed his own goalkeeper trainer separately.
•Collaboration between Mourinho and Pintus will be significant for team conditioning.

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12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid Board Forces Mourinho to Keep Pintus as Physical Trainer

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Antonio Pintus will remain as Real Madrid’s physical trainer under José Mourinho, according to reports in the Spanish press relayed by Managing Madrid, with the club’s board having pushed to keep...
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