Mourinho's wish that Real Madrid refused to fulfill

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08/09/26 21:00:00

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Real Madrid ruled out signing Enzo Fernández, a 25-year-old midfielder, this summer despite being José Mourinho's top priority to strengthen the midfield.

As revealed by journalist Mario Cortegana in The Athletic, the board led by Florentino Pérez declined to make a financial offer for the Argentine international, even issuing an official statement to deny their interest days before the player was transferred to Manchester City for €145 million (125 million pounds).

🚨 JUST IN: Mourinho’s favourite option was Enzo Fernandez, despite club sources denying it. @MarioCortegana pic.com/QYDblHwjh1

— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) September 2, 2026

Florentino Pérez's Rejection of José Mourinho's Request

José Mourinho's priority for the midfield was to bring in a pivot player from Chelsea to enhance distribution after player departures. Despite reports from the coaching staff, the board chose not to bid for the player, leading to an official statement denying any ongoing negotiations.

Manchester City, under Enzo Maresca, took advantage of Real Madrid's inaction in the market closure by paying the British football record amount to secure the Argentine's transfer. This decision left the Portuguese coach without the playmaker profile he sought for the midfield restructuring.

José Mourinho's Alternatives in Real Madrid's Midfield

Despite starting the season with a record of 3 wins in 3 LaLiga matches, Real Madrid will face the 2026-2027 season without recruiting a specialist in first-pass distribution. The coaching staff will need to form their double pivot using Bernardo Silva, Aurélien Tchouaméni, Federico Valverde, and Eduardo Camavinga, with academy player Pitarch as a rotation option.

The absence of a pure playmaker will increase the tactical demands on the current midfield to face UEFA Champions League matches. The club maintains a closed squad without foreseeing additions in that position until future transfer windows.

The coaching staff analysts will monitor the midfield performance as the domestic league resumes. Mourinho will try out different duos in the double pivot in the next two weeks to solidify the tactical system before the debut in the continental tournament's group stage.

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