Groin injury forces Real Madrid’s Tchouameni into medical tests
The international break has just begun, and Real Madrid already feel a setback as midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni is sidelined.
L’Equipe Tchouameni suffered a groin injury while training with the France national team.
The French midfielder missed the start of the 2026/27 season after a problem he picked up with France at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
He returned to action in September, but new France manager Zinedine Zidane omitted him from the previous international break to allow full recovery.
Tchouameni has now been recalled for France’s upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Italy and Turkiye.
During today’s Real Madrid training session he was forced to stop after the same groin issue resurfaced.
The 26‑year‑old will undergo medical examinations to determine the injury’s severity.
A decision on whether he will travel to Italy with the France squad will be taken after the tests.
Under Jose Mourinho, Tchouameni has become a key component of Real Madrid’s midfield, often partnering Bernardo Silva in a double‑pivot.
Since his September comeback he has featured in ten Real Madrid matches across all competitions, starting eight of them.
His absence would be a major blow for Los Blancos as they head into a crucial phase of the season.
At Valdebebas, club staff await the medical results, hoping the groin problem is not serious.