Courtois Says Real Madrid ‘Needed’ Mourinho’s Authority in the Dressing Room
Thibaut Courtois says Real Madrid’s dressing room needed the presence and authority of José Mourinho, who returned to the club in 2026. The goalkeeper made the comments during an interview with Sky Sports in Lisbon. Courtois, who played under Mourinho at Chelsea, said the manager still has a commanding presence but seems less intense than he was 12 years ago. He described Mourinho as having the same personality while taking a slightly different approach with the squad. Reports say Mourinho has helped ease tensions among Real Madrid’s players. The club won all five of its matches in October, including a 2–1 El Clásico victory over Barcelona, and Mourinho received the league’s Manager of the Month award.
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