Mourinho is overseeing significant changes at the Bernabeu this summer, with a focus on strengthening the midfield.
Real Madrid is reportedly seeking to bring in a creative midfielder, with Enzo Fernandez emerging as a top target. Chelsea is demanding £120 million for the Argentina international, but the club is willing to part with him.
A major departure in midfield is considered necessary to make room for any new addition, with Eduardo Camavinga being one candidate to leave. Camavinga's exit is seen as uncertain, however, with sources close to the player indicating that it is "impossible" this summer.
Camavinga's potential departure has sparked interest in selling Aurélien Tchouameni instead. Manchester United is said to be considering Tchouameni as a potential target, and reports suggest he could be available for £70 million if Real Madrid decides to move him on.
Ernesto Valverde, who was involved in a training ground altercation with Tchouameni last month, is not up for sale, which may complicate any potential deal.
Real Madrid's focus has shifted to signing Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United, who is valued at £80 million. However, United is unwilling to meet that asking price, and Tottenham is also interested in the Portuguese midfielder.
United is looking to sign at least two midfielders this summer following Casemiro's exit, with the possibility of adding a third if Manuel Ugarte also leaves the club.
