Former Coach Calls New Role at Real Madrid a ‘Mission’

Jose Mourinho’s return to Real Madrid has been portrayed by the coach as a mission-driven assignment. Speaking to the club’s media channel, Mourinho made it clear that his objectives go beyond winning trophies; he aims to elevate the standards of players, coaches and every employee linked to the organization.

He explained that his preparation started months ago, involving the technical staff, medical team and scouting department. Although several star players are still occupied with the World Cup, Mourinho welcomed the chance to meet the squad members who will train with him, emphasizing mutual understanding as a cornerstone of his approach.

The manager distinguished between simply working for the club and working at the club, stressing his total dedication to Real Madrid’s values and future ambitions. While he would prefer a full roster on the training ground, he sees the current situation as an opportunity to build relationships with individual players.

Early training phases will feature Real Madrid Castilla and B‑team athletes, providing a broader perspective on the talent pool. After completing health checks, the group gathered at Ciudad Real Madrid for a comprehensive session that began with gym work, proceeded to fitness and ball‑control drills, and concluded with small‑goal finishing exercises and a set of practice matches on a reduced‑size pitch.