La Liga: Yamal a very good player, but I won’t sign him — Mourinho

Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has commended Lamine Yamal’s talent but declined to sign the Barcelona winger. When queried about Yamal, Mourinho described the young player as "a very good player" but firmly stated he wouldn’t pursue a move for him. Quoted by Fabrizio Romano on X, Mourinho said, "I won’t sign him. We already have the best players."

Yamal has gained recognition as one of the most promising young talents in international football, earning accolades for his skills and performances, even at a young age. However, Mourinho’s remarks demonstrate his faith in the players already on his roster, suggesting no urgent need to seek alternatives. Regarding Diomande’s transfer, Mourinho admitted he didn’t request the signing but expressed a desire for the young winger, highlighting Diomande’s adaptability and offensive abilities as appealing traits for a coach seeking versatility.

Madrid’s first league match is set to be an away game against Espanyol on August 22 at the RCDE Stadium, as reported by Gimenez.