Ferland Mendy Excluded from Real Madrid's Champions League Squad by Jose Mourinho
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has omitted Ferland Mendy from the club’s Champions League squad for the upcoming season. The French defender, who suffered an injury near the end of last season, will not appear on the official UEFA list submitted by the team.
Other Injured Players Included
Despite Mendy's absence, Mourinho has registered other injured first-team players such as Eder Militao and Rodrygo. Their inclusion suggests a strategic approach to maintaining squad depth and managing player fitness ahead of the demanding European campaign.
Youth Players Strengthen the Squad
Mourinho’s List A holds few surprises, but the List B is notably strengthened with promising youth talent from Real Madrid's Castilla team. Eleven young players have been named, including new signing Sergio Martinez, who has been assigned the number 38 jersey. Other young goalkeepers like Sergio Mestre and Javi Navarro, along with defenders such as Fortea and Joan Martinez, offer vital support options for the squad.
Focus Shifts to Domestic Matches
With the Champions League squad finalized, Real Madrid is turning its attention to important domestic fixtures. Mourinho’s team is preparing for a challenging match against Real Betis at La Cartuja stadium. Debutants like Sergio Martinez have already earned senior team call-ups. Meanwhile, Mendy will remain sidelined as he concentrates on recovering from his injury.
- LaLiga Fixture: Real Betis vs Real Madrid
- Date: 4 September 2026
- Time: 21:00
