Real Madrid new signing will play as a deep-lying midfielder under Mourinho – report
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Real Madrid’s transfer window is considered all but over at this point with the club unlikely to make any new signings unless there is a sudden departure.
In that sense, the only real upgrade the Merengues have made in midfield is the arrival of Bernardo Silva as a free agent, especially after it has now become clear that Rodri will not sign for them.
Earlier today, it was reported that Real Madrid do not regret missing out on Rodri as the Spaniard was never seen as a priority signing.
The report further stated that the club trusted Silva as an upgrade needed and that Rodri was only the icing on the cake.
A surprising decision
Now, as reported by Ramon Alvarez (h/t RM4Arab), Real Madrid are indeed considering using Bernardo Silva in the same position that Rodri would have hypothetically filled – as a deep-lying midfielder.
Set to play as a pivot midfielder. (Photo courtesy: Real Madrid official website)
The journalist relays that the Portuguese star is expected to play in Real Madrid’s double pivot next season, likely alongside one of Federico Valverde or Aurelien Tchouameni.
Needless to say, the decision comes as a massive shock considering how Silva is far from a pivot midfielder in terms of his profile.
While he can be versatile, he has built his reputation as a great attacking midfielder and winger, and to deploy him as a deep-lying midfielder raises concerns about the dynamics Jose Mourinho has in mind.
The aftermath of Diomande’s arrival
Earlier this summer, Bernardo was expected to compete for Real Madrid’s right-wing in the upcoming season given how he can be a versatile option out wide.
Silva will likely play alongside Tchouameni. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)
The club, however, went on and pushed for Yan Diomande’s arrival. Between the new signing, Rodrygo, and Brahim Diaz, Real Madrid are now stacked in that department.
Meanwhile, the attacking midfield is already loaded with Jude Bellingham and Arda Guler who are already competing for one spot.
The only position remaining for Silva to slot into, thus, is the double pivot where Real Madrid failed to make any meaningful addition.
It is a risky decision that could compromise the team’s midfield stability, but it is clear that Mourinho will only stick to that plan if he sees good results in pre-season.