According to AS, Mourinho still considers Brahim an important member of the team.
Every summer, Brahim would undergo a similar ordeal: facing competition, accepting challenges, striving to prove himself, and then fighting to regain an important position. His career trajectory repeated this cycle almost every year.
As competition within the team intensifies, his role at Real Madrid becomes clearer. However, this hasn't diminished his fighting spirit; instead, it has led him to embrace a new beginning with a stable mindset and relentless daily training, striving to maintain his position or regain the trust of his teammates.
At the club level, Real Madrid reached a contract extension agreement with him last year. Early in Xabi Alonso's tenure as manager, the two sides finalized a new contract, with the expectation that he will remain with the team until 2030. Currently, all that remains is for an official announcement; the verbal agreement is about to become official news.
Real Madrid's stance on Brahim has remained unchanged. Therefore, inquiries about the Malaga player's future have yielded no substantial progress. Neither Juventus nor other suitors have truly advanced negotiations, as none of them want things to escalate to the point of him leaving.
With Mourinho's arrival, the situation not only remained unchanged, but became even clearer. The Portuguese coach greatly admires Brahim , believing his characteristics perfectly match the team's tactical needs. Brahim's excellent adaptability, understanding of the game, and willingness to sacrifice for the team are all qualities that Mourinho highly values.
Of course, the competition remains fierce. Bernardo Silva has already joined the race, and Diomande is also on the verge of becoming a member of the team. But Mourinho still trusts Brahim because of his versatility – he can play in the center, take on playmaking responsibilities, and also play on the wing.
Mourinho even compared Brahim to Bernardo Silva, noting similarities in their positional characteristics and future potential. Furthermore, Brahim can also play as a second striker, a key reason for his outstanding performance last season. While playing for Arbeloa, he rediscovered his important role.
