La Liga: Yamal a very good player, but I won’t sign him — Mourinho
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At a glance
- Real Madrid coach José Mourinho praised Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal but stated he would not sign him.
- Mourinho expressed confidence in his current squad, saying they already have the best players.
- The coach also commented on the signing of Yan Diomande, whom he wanted for his club.
Real Madrid coach José Mourinho has acknowledged the talent of Barcelona's young winger Lamine Yamal, describing him as a "very good player." However, Mourinho firmly stated that he would not pursue a transfer for the 16-year-old.
When asked about the possibility of signing Yamal, Mourinho, speaking to Fabrizio Romano on X, declared, "I won't sign him. We already have the best players." This comment underscores the Portuguese manager's strong belief in the quality and depth of his current Real Madrid squad.
I won’t sign him. We already have the best players.
Mourinho's remarks highlight his satisfaction with the players already at his disposal. He appears confident that his team possesses the necessary talent to compete at the highest level without needing to acquire new players, especially from a rival club like Barcelona.
In a separate comment, Mourinho discussed the signing of Yan Diomande, revealing his desire to bring the young winger to his club. "No, I did not ask, but I wanted him. He’s a great player who can play on both sides," he said, emphasizing Diomande's versatility and attacking potential.
No, I did not ask, but I wanted him. He’s a great player who can play on both sides.
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