José Mourinho Returns to Real Madrid as Head Coach
The Portuguese coach has confirmed that title pressure will be immediate, with players needing to fight for their place in the team. Vinicius Junior will remain at the club, a decision welcomed by Mourinho.
Clubs & Governance · 2026-08-21 10:41:01
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José Mourinho has been appointed as the new head coach of Real Madrid. The Portuguese coach has confirmed that title pressure will be immediate, with players needing to fight for their place in the team. According to Mourinho, he does not intend to work with a fixed starting lineup, with all players needing to compete for a spot.
Mourinho welcomed the news that Vinicius Junior will remain at the club. He stated that the player must be at Real Madrid. Mourinho will officially start his second stint at Real Madrid on Saturday, facing Espanyol in the Spanish league.
