Federico Valverde is set to become one of the most influential figures in Jose Mourinho’s new-look Real Madrid, with the Portuguese coach viewing the Uruguayan midfielder as the perfect captain to lead his project both on and off the pitch.
According to Thomas Martin of El Debate, Mourinho believes Valverde embodies everything he expects from a Real Madrid player.
His intensity, leadership, work ethic and relentless competitiveness have convinced the manager that the midfielder is the ideal link between the coaching staff and the dressing room.
Mourinho sees Federico Valverde as far more than just another starter in his midfield.
The Real Madrid manager believes the Uruguay international perfectly represents the mentality he wants throughout the squad.

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