Josko Gvardiol has admitted that Manchester City will feel the void left by Bernardo Silva following the midfielder's high-profile move to Real Madrid. The Portuguese international opted for a return to Spain this summer, joining a rejuvenated Los Blancos side now led by the returning Jose Mourinho.
Borja Mayoral has opened up about his time playing under Jose Mourinho at Roma, revealing the positive and negative aspects of working with the Portuguese manager, who is now back in charge at Real Madrid. While the Spanish striker praised the highly competitive training sessions, he also highlighted Mourinho's inability to accept defeat gracefully, leading to disrespectful comments in the dressing room.
Arsenal’s ambitious pursuit of Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior has hit a significant roadblock following the return of Jose Mourinho to the Bernabeu dugout. While the Premier League champions are eager to bring the Brazilian to north London, the legendary Portuguese manager has reportedly issued a definitive stance on the forward's future.
Emmanuel Petit believes the "anger and ambition" Jude Bellingham showed at the World Cup should carry directly into his role at Real Madrid, urging Jose Mourinho to lean on both the England midfielder and Kylian Mbappe as genuine leaders as the club looks to rebuild around a stronger collective identity.
Manchester United's ambitious move for Eduardo Camavinga has hit a significant roadblock as the Frenchman prioritises a future in the Spanish capital. Despite initial optimism from the Red Devils, the lure of working under Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid has shifted the midfielder's perspective on a Premier League switch.
One of English football's most high-profile and debated officials is hanging up his whistle after two decades in the middle. Anthony Taylor has officially announced his retirement from refereeing following the conclusion of his duties at the 2026 World Cup.
Kylian Mbappe will have been left “devastated” and “fuming” at his trophy failings with Real Madrid and France, Jeremie Aliadiere has told GOAL, with the ‘Galactico’ forward desperate to emulate Cristiano Ronaldo in the Champions League-winning department. That prestigious European prize has remained elusive to a man who is now the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history.
Mateus Fernandes came close to joining Real Madrid after Jorge Mendes reportedly reached a full agreement for the transfer. However, despite Jose Mourinho identifying the midfielder as a priority target, the club's hierarchy refused to approve the deal because of the financial cost.
Jose Mourinho has reportedly stepped in to block the summer departure of Real Madrid academy graduate Gonzalo Garcia ahead of the upcoming campaign. The Portuguese manager holds tactical reservations regarding the central suitability of Kylian Mbappe and Endrick, prompting him to evaluate the physical young striker as a genuine option to lead the line.
Trent Alexander-Arnold has opened up on the demanding early days of Real Madrid’s pre-season, praising the intensity and sky-high standards of returning coach Jose Mourinho. The England defender revealed how he prepared over the summer and set out clear targets for the campaign ahead as the squad builds under the Portuguese at Valdebebas.
Former Portugal international Jorge Andrade has hailed Jose Mourinho as a "star" and a "mentor," backing the legendary coach to lead Real Madrid back to the pinnacle of European football. Following a trophy-less campaign, the "Special One" has returned to the Bernabeu with a mandate to transform a squad brimming with world-class talent like Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham.
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