Real Madrid Listens to Offers for Tchouameni
The French midfielder is not going to be as important as expected, and the Merengues could consider listening to offers for him.
Aurélien Tchouaméni, a 26-year-old midfielder from Real Madrid, could trigger the transfer market for the club if a high offer arrives during the final days of August. José Mourinho does not see him as a key player in his new midfield, and Fede Valverde currently has the advantage, as per information from Ramón Álvarez de Mon.
This situation marks a change from July when the club extended Tchouaméni's contract until 2031 due to interest from Manchester United. The French player wants to stay in Madrid, but a reduction in his playing time could make him reconsider his future if an offer that satisfies both him and the club emerges.
Aurélien Tchouaméni is no longer a key player for José Mourinho
The main factor altering the situation is the competition within the team. José Mourinho has Tchouaméni, Valverde, Bellingham, Arda Güler, Camavinga, and newcomer Bernardo Silva for the midfield, which means not all of them are guaranteed a spot in the starting lineup.
Álvarez de Mon argues that Valverde is currently ahead of Aurélien Tchouaméni. Valverde started training with Mourinho earlier, while Tchouaméni had difficulties working consistently during the preseason due to muscle issues.
The latest test before the start of LaLiga confirmed these physical problems. Tchouaméni missed the friendly against Schalke 04 due to a muscle overload, while Mourinho was able to try out many alternatives in a midfield that is still not fully defined in terms of hierarchy.
The coach has not publicly finalized the lineup. Reports on Mourinho’s starting XI precisely highlight the midfield as one of the most competitive positions, unlike other areas where Mourinho may have already determined several starters.
Real Madrid renewed Tchouaméni until 2031
The possibility of a departure is significant because Real Madrid chose to renew Aurélien Tchouaméni this summer. His previous contract expired in 2028, and the new agreement extends his stay for another three seasons until June 2031. Fabrizio Romano also mentioned that the French player is [in the Premier League orbit](https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/fabrizio-romano-avisa-real-madrid-viene-premier-20260810.html).
Sources indicate his new salary is around 9 million euros net per season. This move came after Manchester United’s interest, while the player preferred remaining at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Tchouaméni arrived from Monaco in 2022 in a deal worth €80 million fixed, plus variables. His contract situation allows Madrid to demand a high fee if they agree to negotiate during this transfer window.
Manchester United had shown willingness to invest in the player, and reports from July indicated Real Madrid's asking price was around €100 million. Despite his contract extension until 2031, the English club inquired again about his situation later on.
His future hinges on the final stretch of the transfer market
The sporting landscape has shifted due to Mourinho’s actions. Bernardo Silva has joined the team to provide an additional option in creativity, and the coach begins LaLiga with multiple combinations available for midfield.
Currently, Aurélien Tchouaméni wants to stay at Real Madrid, but his status as a guaranteed starter is no longer guaranteed. The upcoming days will reveal how Mourinho distributes playing time and whether any club presents an offer close to the figures Madrid has dealt with during the summer. In such a scenario, the French player will need to decide whether to stick with his choice or consider an exit before the transfer window closes.
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