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Mourinho says Alexander-Arnold is not a midfielder

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho played Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield for Tuesday's Champions League win over Inter Milan due to player suspensions. Mourinho said the 27-year-old played well tactically but insisted he is not a midfielder and won't play there regularly. Alexander-Arnold experienced a varied evening, generating two chances but not winning a tackle, and was substituted after 77 minutes.

By BriefTea Editorial · 9 September 2026 at 5:53

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