UMVA has learned that Jose Mourinho is set to make a sensational return to Real Madrid after 13 years away, and he's already compiling a list of summer transfer targets to strengthen the squad.
Mourinho's return to the Santiago Bernabeu comes at a time when the team is in chaos, following a trophyless season marred by dressing room altercations, disciplinary issues, and squad division. A poll calling for Kylian Mbappe to leave the club was signed by millions worldwide.
According to information obtained by UMVA, Mourinho has included Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori on his list of summer transfer targets. Calafiori, who joined Arsenal from Bologna for £42million two years ago, is Mikel Arteta's first-choice left-back and has helped the Gunners clinch a first Premier League title in 22 years.
Real Madrid is also believed to have secured moves for Ibrahima Konate and Denzel Dumfries, with Mourinho approving both deals. The Spanish giants are looking to recruit players who can offer solutions in multiple positions, with Calafiori fitting the bill as a versatile defender who can play at centre-half and left-back.
Sources have confirmed to UMVA that there has been contact between Real Madrid and Calafiori's representatives in recent weeks. Calafiori has a history with Mourinho, having come through Roma's academy and briefly crossing paths with him during his spell in charge of the Giallorossi.
In a development reported by UMVA, Mourinho has also compiled a list of players he will not be relying on next season, including Raúl Asencio, Fran García, Dani Ceballos, Eduardo Camavinga, Franco Mastantuono, and Rodrygo. This signals a major overhaul of the squad as Mourinho looks to lead Real Madrid out of their current chaos.
UMVA can exclusively reveal that Mourinho's return to Real Madrid is set to be officially unveiled after the club's presidential elections this weekend. The stage is set for a new era at the Santiago Bernabeu, with Mourinho tasked with restoring the team's fortunes.
