La Liga: with Mbappé and without Vinicius, Real Madrid unveils its 7 untouchables

The time for big decisions is approaching at Real Madrid. Eliminated from the main fixtures and unable to clinch a single major trophy this season, the Spanish giant is set to open a new cycle. In the corridors of Valdebebas, the idea of a sweeping sporting overhaul is gaining more and more momentum. At the heart of the discussions, a name is coming back with insistence: José Mourinho. The former Madrid coach appears as a credible option to take over a weakened dressing room and restore a competitive identity to a team that has lost its bearings. His profile, known for his rigor and his handling of big matches, appeals to part of the leadership.

But the upheaval should not stop at the bench. According to several leaks from Spain, only seven players are currently considered to be fully protected by the management: Thibaut Courtois, Andriy Lunin, Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, Arda Güler, Kylian Mbappé and Endrick. A notable absence draws particular attention: that of Vinicius Júnior. Long presented as the face of Madrid’s future, the Brazilian international would no longer enjoy the same status. The cause: complicated discussions around his contract extension, but also some internal questions about his influence within the squad. In Madrid, the summer therefore promises to be lively. And almost no one seems safe anymore.