Mourinho confesses on El Chiringuito: Mbappé, Vinicius, Rodri and Real Madrid's new rules
Jose Mourinho has given his first major interview since starting his second spell as Real Madrid coach. The Portuguese spoke on El Chiringuito about his return, the dressing room and several headline names such as Mbappé, Vinicius and Rodri.
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Mourinho says he is taking on this new phase with more maturity and emotional control, while keeping his personality intact. The coach acknowledges that the years and his mistakes have helped him evolve, but makes it clear that he does not intend to be someone different.
A dressing room open to Mourinho's ideas
The Portuguese has found a dressing room full of desire to work and win.
His first rules are based on things he considers common sense: arriving early for training sessions, looking after his diet and doing daily work in the gym to prevent injuries.
For now, Mourinho is satisfied with his players' response and highlights their willingness from day one.
Mbappé impresses Mourinho
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DLOne of the big protagonists was Kylian Mbappé, whose level in training has surprised the coach.
Mourinho believes the Frenchman is at an extraordinary level and also particularly valued his commitment, after he decided to bring forward his return for pre-season.
The coach also did not want to place the blame for last season on any specific player, saying that the problems were the result of many factors.
Rodri and a signing that cooled off
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MDMourinho confirmed that Real Madrid kept in touch with Rodri and that the midfielder received an important offer.
However, the player's doubts ended up creating doubts in the coach himself.
Mourinho believes that a footballer should not overthink it when the chance to play for Real Madrid appears and says he is happy with the alternatives he currently has in the squad.
Vinicius and his continuity at Madrid
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DLThe coach also spoke about Vinicius Junior and denied that he had been decisive in his contract renewal.
Mourinho believes the Brazilian wants to continue at the club and also came to his defense regarding the treatment he receives in some matches, especially from the referees.
That said, he also left him a small message: he understands celebrations with the Madrid fans, but considers it unnecessary to provoke rival supporters.
A more mature Mourinho for his second spell
The Portuguese is taking on his return to Real Madrid with a philosophy built on discipline, commitment and high standards, but with a version that appears calmer than during his first spell.
Mourinho does not want to make big promises before the season starts, although he does make his ambition clear: to compete for everything again with Real Madrid.
? MOURINHO, in EXCLUSIVE about RODRI with @jpedrerol:
— El Chiringuito TV (@elchiringuitotv) August 19, 2026
? "The DOUBTS he had about coming to MADRID... created DOUBTS IN ME".
? "If the Madrid calls you, you have to say: '¿when do I have to go?'" pic.twitter.com/HKuUZ75kHi
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