{
  "id": 6733788,
  "title": "Former Real Madrid midfielder explains why Mourinho is perfect fit for the club: ‘He is a cross between army colonel and orchestra conductor’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/former-real-madrid-midfielder-explains-why-mourinho-is-perfect-fit",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-11T09:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/former-real-madrid-midfielder-explains-090500830.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Real Madrid midfielder Esteban Granero has backed Jose Mourinho's appointment for a second spell at the club, describing the Portuguese manager as a \"cross between an army colonel and an orchestra conductor.\" Granero, who worked with Mourinho during his tenure at the Santiago Bernabeu, is confident in the club's prospects under Mourinho, stating that the club is backing a \"reliable manager who will do very well for them.\" He praised Mourinho's tactical knowledge, leadership, and ability to lead a team like an army, emphasizing the importance of unity and collective effort. Granero also highlighted Kylian Mbappe's exceptional talent, describing him as a \"weapon of mass destruction\" and a rare footballer with mastery across all aspects of the game.",
  "summary": "Esteban Granero believes Jose Mourinho’s return to Real Madrid is exactly what the club needs, backing his former manager to succeed during his second spell in charge.Granero, who worked under Mouri...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}