Real Madrid's midfield in jeopardy after Tchouameni's injury
During the current International break Real Madrid have been hit by a fresh setback as midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni suffered a right‑adductor muscle injury while training with the French national team and will travel back to Madrid for medical tests immediately.
The club learned of the blow last night, just days into the break, and the player left training with discomfort. He is set to undergo assessments to decide whether the injury is major or minor and if he can continue with Zinedine Zidane’s side during the hiatus.
French team confirms injury
The French national team confirmed that Tchouameni has sustained a muscle injury and that early examinations rule out a minor problem. A statement read: “Aurelien Tchouameni has sustained an injury to his right adductor muscle.” It added: “Following consultation with Real Madrid’s medical team, the French national team’s medical staff, in agreement with the player, have decided to release him back to his club.” The federation also said: “He will not be replaced.”
The midfielder will depart the French squad and return to Madrid to continue his recovery. The International break is now over for him, giving him two free weeks before Real Madrid resume action. Further examinations in Spain will determine the exact duration of his absence and prognosis.
The injury is described as a big blow for manager Jose Mourinho, whose midfield formula was finally taking shape. Tchouameni has endured periodic setbacks at the club, most recently missing the opening phase of the season after the FIFA World Cup under Mourinho. He later forged a partnership with Arda Guler and Bernardo Silva and was close to securing an undisputed starter role.
Mourinho now faces uncertainty over his midfield plans, hoping the problem proves minor despite France having withdrawn the player from duty.