Real Madrid hit by 11 absences before Deportivo, Endrick to stay
Casillas and Khedira recount Mourinho's first spell at Real Madrid, saying rows over authority poisoned the dressing room and damaged ties with Cristiano Ronaldo and Spanish players.
Real Madrid are considering a joint presentation for Mourinho and six new signings after World Cup and holiday delays disrupted individual Bernabéu unveilings.
Eduardo Camavinga’s unconvincing pre-season displays have fuelled doubts over his Real Madrid future and appeared to justify Mourinho’s stance on his role.
Real Madrid’s Teresa Herrera Cup match at Deportivo La Coruña could be played amid a fan boycott protest, with home supporters angry over season-ticket conditions.
Luis Enrique said PSG are motivated to match Real Madrid’s Champions League three-peat, leaving Madrid with a chance to defend that record on the pitch.
Former Real Madrid defender David Alaba sent Dean Huijsen a message after the 21-year-old took the No. 4 shirt, telling his former team-mate: ‘It was a pleasure to share each day with you! Keep being you!’
The report says Mourinho favours Dumfries over Alexander-Arnold at Real Madrid after two friendlies, leaving Trent facing a reduced role and an uncertain future.
Real Madrid have unveiled their 2026/27 third kit - bright pink with white details and geometric patterns - ahead of the new season starting on 22 August.
Arda Güler’s deeper, more central role under Mourinho could most benefit Tchouaméni, Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior by improving Real Madrid’s transitions.
Arda Güler has impressed Mourinho with two pre-season assists and clever creativity, strengthening his case for a bigger Real Madrid role ahead of Deportivo La Coruña.
Federico Valverde said Mourinho has surprised him by being close to the squad, adding that the Real Madrid manager’s hard edge can help players improve.
Vinícius Júnior's Real Madrid deal included a major pay rise, from €17.5m to around €30m a year, plus improved image rights.
Mourinho plans to use Bellingham as Real Madrid's No. 10 in a 4-2-3-1, aiming to restore the attacking freedom that brought 23 goals and 13 assists in 2023/24.
Yan Diomandé’s former coach backed him to thrive at Real Madrid, praising his ambidexterity, resilience, decision-making and ability to play on either flank.
Real Madrid have added former Valencia analyst Fran Lapiedra to Mourinho’s staff, strengthening the analysis department with a coach experienced in La Liga.
Alexis Sierra, 18, has caught Mourinho's eye in Real Madrid pre-season after rapid progress from Castilla, with 10 goals and 8 assists across youth and reserve football.
Mourinho drove Real Madrid's move for Marc Cucurella, telling him 'I want you in my project, it's you or nobody'. The left-back joined from Chelsea in a deal completed in 48 hours.
Real Madrid have registered Carlos Espí as a first-team player with La Liga. The 21-year-old striker, signed from Levante, will wear the No. 19 shirt.
Without Rodri, Mourinho must choose two midfielders behind Bellingham. Valverde and Bernardo Silva lead, with Tchouaméni, Camavinga, Güler and Pitarch also in contention.
Real Madrid are reportedly considering a move for Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi as they continue to search for the midfielder Mourinho wants.
Real Madrid’s squad to face Deportivo La Coruña is missing 11 first-team players, including Bellingham, Courtois, Mbappé and Rodrygo, through injury or lack of match fitness.
Real Madrid want to trim Mourinho’s bloated squad before the window shuts, with Raúl Asencio, Eduardo Camavinga and Ferland Mendy named as potential exits.
Real Madrid’s training footage showed new signings Marc Cucurella and Yan Diomandé go head-to-head, with the attacker beating his man and finishing into the bottom corner.
Carlos Espí gives Real Madrid aerial presence and a physical target up front, qualities the piece argues Endrick and Mbappé do not offer.
Real Madrid have decided to keep Endrick in Mourinho’s squad, with the Brazilian set to stay at least through the opening half of the new season.
