Real Madrid: First Doubts for José Mourinho as Pre-Season Begins
Real Madrid's pre-season has started without many regular starters who are at the World Cup. Coach José Mourinho is already composing his starting eleven for the upcoming season, facing early selection dilemmas. The club has made four new signings: Marc Cucurella, Ibrahima Konaté, Denzel Dumfries, and Bernardo Silva, increasing competition. According to AS, six players are guaranteed starters: Mbappé, Vinicius, Bellingham, Valverde, Cucurella, and Courtois. Key battles include right-back between Dumfries and Alexander-Arnold, with Dumfries having an early advantage due to physicality and work rate. Central defense is crowded with Konaté, Huijsen, Militao, Rüdiger, and Asensio. In midfield, Bernardo Silva may join Bellingham, Valverde, and Tchouameni, while Camavinga is encouraged to find a new club. The right-wing spot remains open after Rodrygo's injury, with Güler, Diaz, and Mastantuono competing, and Michael Olise linked as a potential solution.
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