Italian press reports revealed the features of Real Madrid's preparation program for the new season, as the team prepares to begin its official preparations on next July 13 in the city of Valdebebas, in the first preparation period led by Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho since he assumed technical responsibility for the club.
According to the newspaper Corriere dello Sport, Mourinho will not be able to work with all the team members from day one, due to the connection of a number of players. By participating in the 2026 World Cup, or having a rest period after the end of their international participation.
The newspaper explained that the Real Madrid management decided not to organize a foreign tour during the preparation period, preferring to hold the entire camp in Valdebebas, while contenting themselves with playing a group of friendly matches inside and outside Spain, with the aim of reaching the best readiness before the start of the season.
The report added that the royal team may also participate in the friendly Tereza Herrera tournament, in addition to playing Other preparatory matches within the European continent, within the program drawn up by the technical staff.
The source indicated that the most prominent preparation matches will be against Fiorentina of Italy, in the match scheduled to be held on 1 August in the city of Klagenfurt, Austria, in a strong test preceding the start of the official competitions for the new season.