Jose Mourinho makes first major Real Madrid midfield decision for Espanyol clash

Jose Mourinho makes first major Real Madrid midfield decision for Espanyol clashReal Madrid’s midfield selection for the opening match of the 2026-27 La Liga season is reportedly defined, with Bernardo Silva and Federico Valverde expected to form Jose Mourinho’s double pivot against Espanyol.According to MARCA, as relayed by Madrid Xtra, the pair is set to start in the two deeper midfield roles for Real Madrid’s first league game of the campaign.It is important to note that the