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Real Madrid enters new era under manager José Mourinho
Real Madrid has entered a new era with the reappointment of José Mourinho as manager, aiming to end a two-year trophy drought. The club has undergone a significant squad overhaul, securing high-profile transfers including Bernardo Silva, Marc Cucurella, Denzel Dumfries, Ibrahima Konaté, and Yan Diomande. Additionally, Vinícius Júnior has committed his future to the club with a contract extension lasting until 2032.
Mourinho has emphasized the need for a streamlined squad of approximately 20 players and has expressed a desire for versatile reinforcements capable of covering multiple positions. He specifically noted the need for players similar to Bernardo Silva after the club missed out on Rodri.
Player movement and squad depth remain key themes. Brazilian forward Endrick is reportedly considering a new loan move to secure more playing time, as competition for attacking spots has increased with the arrival of Carlos Espí and the presence of Kylian Mbappé. Other players, such as Eduardo Camavinga and Raúl Asencio, face uncertain futures due to injury concerns, tactical shifts, or new arrivals.
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AS · Bernardo Silva · Club nutritionist · Endrick · Florentino Pérez · José Mourinho · Jude Bellingham · Real Madrid · Real Madrid CF · Real Madrid medical staff · Santiago Bernabéu · Spanish newspaper AS
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- [● 11 SOURCES] José Mourinho introduced new rules at Real Madrid covering nutrition, punctuality, collective meals and injury rehabilitation. 24fudbal.mk · www.iefimerida.gr · www.elmundo.es · halamadrid.sk · www.24ur.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] Injured players must undergo rehabilitation at Real Madrid’s facilities under club medical supervision, not with external therapists. www.iefimerida.gr · www.24ur.com
- [● 5 SOURCES] The new regime was implemented shortly after Mourinho’s return to Real Madrid in August 2026. 24fudbal.mk · www.iefimerida.gr
- [● 8 SOURCES] Players must arrive at Valdebebas one hour before training; lateness results in an individual gym session. 24fudbal.mk · www.iefimerida.gr · www.24ur.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] All players and staff eat together at a common table at the training complex. www.iefimerida.gr · www.24ur.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] The changes were reported by the Spanish newspaper AS and described as improving team unity and atmosphere. www.iefimerida.gr · www.24ur.com
- [● 7 SOURCES] Penalties for lateness are not financial fines but mandatory solo weight‑training sessions. 24fudbal.mk · www.iefimerida.gr · www.24ur.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] The club’s nutritionist now sets fixed menus for breakfast and snacks for all players. www.iefimerida.gr · www.24ur.com