{
  "id": 7977475,
  "title": "Real Madrid superstar embracing Mourinho’s new demands: ‘Most disciplined player here’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/real-madrid-superstar-embracing-mourinhos-new-demands-most",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-17T07:35:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/real-madrid-superstar-embracing-mourinho-073500964.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham is embracing Jose Mourinho's new demands, describing himself as the \"most disciplined player here\". According to a source close to Mourinho, a significant change has been Bellingham's positioning on the field, now playing closer to goal in a No. 10 role. This adjustment has led to improved performance as he runs fewer kilometres. Mourinho had previously identified Bellingham as someone capable of returning to his best form and discussed this with him before the World Cup. Bellingham appears to be thriving under Mourinho's new approach, enjoying the demands and mindset he brings to the team. His dedication and relationship with Mourinho have made him one of the key hopes for Real Madrid heading into their upcoming derby against Atletico Madrid.",
  "summary": "Jude Bellingham endured a difficult second season at Real Madrid, but the midfielder’s mood has changed dramatically since Jose Mourinho took charge.According to The Athletic’s Mario Cortegana, Be...",
  "key_points": [
    "Jude Bellingham describes himself as Real Madrid's most disciplined player.",
    "Bellingham now plays closer to goal in a No. 10 role under Mourinho.",
    "Mourinho identified Bellingham as capable of returning to his best form."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Real Madrid midfield duo leave last season’s controversy behind them",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/real-madrid-midfield-duo-leave-last-seasons-controversy-behind-them",
        "published": "2026-09-17T10:15:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}