Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has confirmed the travelling party for Saturday evening’s pre-season friendly against Ferencvaros at the Ferencvaros Stadion in Budapest. The fixture offers the Spanish giants an immediate opportunity to build momentum following a 2-2 draw against Fiorentina in their previous outing.
Mourinho has opted for a blend of established stars and emerging talent for the Hungarian capital clash. The squad features high-profile inclusions such as Vinicius Junior, Endrick, Arda Guler and Bernardo Silva, signalling the manager’s intent to utilise the match as a key platform for tactical cohesion ahead of the competitive season.
The goalkeeping department sees Andriy Lunin joined by Sergio Mestre and Javi Navarro. In defence, Mourinho has selected a sizeable group of eight players. The backline options include Trent Alexander-Arnold, Alvaro Carreras, Antonio Rudiger, Dean Huijsen, Denzel Dumfries, Joan Martinez, Lamini and Mario Rivas, providing considerable depth and versatility across the defensive third.
Midfield duties will be shared among a seven-man unit. Eduardo Camavinga and Federico Valverde anchor the selection, supported by the creative trio of Arda Guler, Bernardo Silva and Alexis Ciria, alongside youngsters Cestero and Lacosta. The forward line comprises five attackers: Vinicius Junior, Brahim Diaz, Endrick, Carlos Espi and Daniel Yanez.
The match in Budapest represents a significant step in the side’s preparation schedule. With the domestic campaign approaching, the fixture against the Hungarian champions allows Mourinho to assess fitness levels and experiment with structural variations against European opposition. The inclusion of several academy graduates alongside the first-team core highlights the club’s dual focus on immediate readiness and long-term squad integration. Kick-off is scheduled for Saturday evening local time.
