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Real Madrid defender Huijsen has guaranteed start under Mourinho, two others battle

Youngster Dean Huijsen is currently a fixed starter in Real Madrid's central defence, as confirmed by Diario AS. Manager Jose Mourinho picked him and Ibrahima Konate to start against Espanyol, suggesting a pecking order shift. The second centre-back spot is now a battle between Konate and Antonio Rudiger, with neither ahead.

By BriefTea Editorial · 25 August 2026 at 9:42

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