Real Madrid's Bernardo Silva eyed for bigger role after international break, report says

MARCA reports Jose Mourinho may reshuffle his midfield and give Bernardo Silva more starts when club play resumes.

Real Madrid head into the international break trailing Barcelona by six points, and according to MARCA, manager Jose Mourinho faces key decisions about his midfield before domestic action resumes.

Mourinho has relied on Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde as his preferred defensive midfield pairing this season, including in high-profile matches. The report says the duo's limited chance creation has raised doubts about the pairing.

MARCA suggests Bernardo Silva could emerge as an alternative starting option after the break, particularly against teams that defend deeply. Players such as Arda Guler are also cited as profiles who could add creativity and versatility.

The report adds that Real Madrid have often played passively this season, sitting deep and relying on counter-attacks, and describes a recent loss to Atletico Madrid as one of the team's worst performances so far.