LaLiga: Real Madrid’s new captain under Mourinho confirmed
Federico Valverde will be Real Madrid’s new captain as Jose Mourinho begins his second stint at the club. But according to Marca, the armband will not automatically guarantee Valverde a place in Mourinho’s strongest starting XI. It is understood there is a big selection problem in midfield, where Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni will compete for […] LaLiga: Real Madrid’s new captain under…
Real Madrid has confirmed Federico Valverde as the new captain under Jose Mourinho, who is beginning his second stint with the club. However, the armband does not guarantee Valverde a spot in Mourinho's strongest starting lineup, given the midfield selection problem. The Portuguese tactician is expected to employ a double pivot, with Bernardo Silva's arrival from Manchester City providing him with a player he believes can control the game. This leaves Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni competing for the remaining two midfield positions.
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