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Former Real Madrid star Steve McManaman has explained to GOAL why Kylian Mbappe faces “strange” criticism despite matching the goal numbers posted by Cristiano Ronaldo through his opening two seasons at Santiago Bernabeu. The French forward has been a revelation for the Blancos, but he operates under a “win or disaster” microscope and tangible success has been in short supply.

Jose Mourinho has revealed the frank advice he gave Vinicius Junior to convince him to sign a new contract with Real Madrid. The Special One intervened to persuade the Brazilian forward to stay at the Santiago Bernabeu despite intense transfer interest from Premier League champions Arsenal.

Real Madrid have officially completed the signing of 19-year-old winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for an initial €125 million fee. The blockbuster transfer caps an incredible two-year rise for the Ivory Coast international, who was remarkably rejected by several MLS and European clubs as a teenager.

Real Madrid have gone two seasons without a major trophy, so does Jose Mourinho merely have to win by any means possible following his return to Santiago Bernabeu? Blancos legend Steve McManaman has, during an exclusive interview with GOAL, explained what the ‘Special One’s’ remit will be as La Liga heavyweights wrestle with a substance versus style quandary.