​Jose Mourinho is set to land in Madrid tomorrow to officially commence work on his new project as Real Madrid’s head coach, according to MARCA. The Portuguese coach has put his summer break on hold and is returning to the Spanish capital to ready the squad for a season in which the club is anticipated to push for every major trophy. Although Mourinho has enjoyed a period of rest, he has remained deeply involved in Real Madrid’s sporting plans throughout the summer, monitoring every move the club makes. He arrives in Madrid with a clear vision and the determination to start work at once. He will spend the weekend in the Spanish capital, using the time to tour the training facilities and ensure that everything is prepared before the official start of pre-season on Monday, July 13.
Mourinho’s arrival comes at a time when the opening phase of pre-season will proceed without players who are still involved in the World Cup and who will report later after finishing their mandatory rest. Nevertheless, the Portuguese manager is eager to maximize every training session as he begins to construct the team according to his philosophy. He now faces a crucial month as he works to shape the squad and forge a group capable of competing from the outset of the campaign. One of the central reasons for his return to Real Madrid is to restore the club’s ability to contend for all titles and to reclaim the competitive identity that has long defined Mourinho’s teams.
Among his early priorities will be deciding the futures of several players whose positions remain in question. Mourinho intends to personally assess promising youngsters such as Gonzalo Garcia, Franco Mastantuono, and Thiago Pitarch before making final judgments. His plan is to observe them closely in training, gauge their current level, understand their individual circumstances, and determine what is best for both the players and the club after thorough evaluation.
Big challenges lie ahead for Jose. He also aims to foster stronger team unity from day one of pre-season. He believes that restoring confidence, rebuilding solidarity within the dressing room, and putting last season’s disappointments behind the squad will be essential to future success. The Portuguese coach arrives energized and ready to cultivate a robust collective spirit that can ultimately be reflected in the team’s performances on the pitch.
At present, Real Madrid have already completed the signings of Marc Cucurella, Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries, and Bernardo Silva. However, despite these acquisitions, the squad is not yet finalized. Mourinho recognizes that further departures will still need to be resolved. Fran Garcia and Dani Ceballos have already left the club, but additional exits are expected as part of ongoing squad reshaping.