The Real Madrid manager spoke to El Chiringuito and did not hold back: he acknowledged that Lamine Yamal, just 19 years old, is already a world champion, European champion and three-time LaLiga champion with Barcelona.
A phenomenon, he said. But when asked whether he would sign him, the answer was emphatic: “We have a TOP squad; I wouldn’t make room for anyone. Now they’re mine, and mine are the best”.
The most curious thing is that Mourinho, a historic Barça rival, also had words of praise for Hansi Flick and Deco for the work they are doing at the Catalan club.
With Bernardo Silva, Konaté, Dumfries, Cucurella and Diomande having just arrived in Madrid, the Portuguese made it clear that his standing is untouchable even by the world’s best young talent.