6 Summer Arrivals Travel as Endrick Misses La Liga Opener
Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho has selected six new summer signings in his official travelling party for Saturday’s La Liga opener against Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium. Marc Cucurella, Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries, Bernardo Silva, Carlos Espi, and Yan Diomande were all named in the squad submitted on August 21 ahead of the journey to Barcelona.
Defensive and Midfield Reshuffle for RCDE Stadium Trip
The selection reflects an immediate overhaul of the senior group, though physical readiness varies across the new additions. Cucurella and Konate completed only a brief block of training following late post-tournament holidays, making starting roles unlikely. Dumfries, Bernardo Silva, and Espi accumulated significant playing time during pre-season matches and enter the fixture available for immediate match action.
Bernardo Silva
playerMidfielder Aurelien Tchouameni missed selection while continuing his recovery from a physical issue, as coaching staff opted against risking him in full match conditions despite his return to team training sessions. Striker Endrick was also left out after suffering a minor muscle injury during the final phase of pre-season preparations.
The fixture marks Real Madrid‘s first competitive outing of the 2026-27 domestic campaign before returning home for the second week of the league calendar. Kickoff at the RCDE Stadium is set for August 22.
Espanyol
clubMatch details and squad selection were reported by Madrid Voice.