Aurélien Tchouaméni
RMA
CM
Deep-Lying Playmaker
Jan 27, 2000 (26)
Right
6'2"
179 lb
Real MadridSubs in late versus Inter
Tchouameni (thigh) completed three passes in 11 minutes in Tuesday's 2-1 win over Inter.
Analysis: Tchouameni made his seasonal debut after missing time with a thigh injury but played too little to make an impact and collect stats. He should get robust minutes in the midfield and occasionally at left-back throughout the campaign. He scored twice, assisted once and recorded 92 tackles, 61 shots (12 on target) and 35 chances created in 46 displays last season.
Available for UCL opener
Tchouameni (thigh) is available for Tuesday's Champions League opener against Inter Milan, according to the club.
Analysis: Tchouameni had only recently returned to full team training Monday after previously remaining outside sessions entirely, marking a significant turnaround in his recovery. His availability comes at an important time given Real Madrid is already short of midfield options due to suspensions for the Inter match. Tchouameni will look to build his fitness back before competing for a starting role in the double pivot under new coach Jose Mourinho.
Trains fully with team
Tchouameni (thigh) was back in full team training Monday, working toward being an option for Tuesday's Champions League opener against Inter Milan, according to Madrid Xtra.
Analysis: Tchouameni had only recently joined his teammates for part of Sunday's session after previously remaining outside team training entirely, marking an encouraging turn in his recovery. His progress carries added significance given Real Madrid is already short of midfield options due to suspensions for the Inter match, though coach Jose Mourinho's consistently cautious approach means his final involvement will depend on how he feels in the coming hours.
Returns to partial team training
Tchouameni (thigh) joined his teammates for part of Sunday's training session as Real Madrid began preparations for Tuesday's Champions League meeting with Inter Milan, according to the club.
Analysis: Tchouameni's partial return to group work is an encouraging development after he had remained outside team training during the previous stage of his recovery. His progress is particularly significant with Real Madrid short of midfield options due to suspensions for Tuesday's Champions League opener. Manager Jose Mourinho has consistently favored a cautious approach with the midfielder, so his involvement in the upcoming sessions should provide a better indication of whether the Inter fixture comes too soon.
Still needs time
Tchouameni (thigh) is likely to take more time before returning, with mid September the more realistic target, according to coach Jose Mourinho, per Diario AS. "With Tchouameni, we have to control emotions, I don't want him coming in, going out, coming in, going out, I don't want to start the season in August with a situation like this, I hope to have Tchouameni well and I prefer to wait a bit."
Analysis: Tchouameni is still not training with the team and remains ruled out for Sunday's clash against Malaga after already missing the match against Real Sociedad. Federico Valverde and Bernardo Silva remain the likely options to continue in midfield in his absence, with manager Jose Mourinho's cautious approach suggesting a longer, more measured recovery process rather than a rushed return.
Not training Saturday, still out
Tchouameni (thigh) is still not training with the team Saturday and is ruled out for Sunday's clash against Malaga, according to Melchor Ruiz of COPE.
Analysis: Tchouameni had already missed the match against Real Sociedad after failing to train with the team, with coach Jose Mourinho saying at the time he still had to recover. His continued absence keeps Federico Valverde and Bernardo Silva as the likely options to continue in midfield, and his return timeline remains uncertain as Real Madrid takes a cautious approach.
Remains out against Sociedad
Tchouameni (thigh) will remain unavailable for Thursday's clash against Real Sociedad after failing to train with the group Wednesday, according to coach Jose Mourinho, per Madrid Xtra. "He has not relapsed. He has a problem, not recovered yet. He is trying to be back but it's not right to play when he's not at 100 percent. We will wait."
Analysis: Tchouameni has not suffered a setback but remains short of full fitness after dealing with the issue during the World Cup. The midfielder had returned to portions of team training earlier in the week but was again absent from the group Wednesday, ruling him out against Real Sociedad. The club is taking a cautious approach and will wait until Tchouameni is fully recovered before clearing him to return, with Federico Valverde and Bernardo Silva among the options to continue in midfield during his absence.
Could return against Sociedad
Tchouameni (thigh) completed Monday's training session with the team as he continues to work toward his return, according to Madrid Xtra.
Analysis: Tchouameni completed the session with his teammates after being held out of Saturday's 2-1 win over Espanyol despite nearing full fitness. The midfielder continues to make progress, with Tuesday's training session expected to determine whether he is ready to return to the squad against Real Sociedad. Tchouameni should compete with Federico Valverde and Bernardo Silva for a midfield role once cleared for selection.
Left out despite full training
Tchouameni (thigh) trained at the same intensity as his teammates Friday but will not be included in the squad for Saturday's match against Espanyol, according to coach Jose Mourinho.
Analysis: Tchouameni is considered fully recovered, but manager Jose Mourinho wants him to accumulate more training sessions across Friday, Saturday and Sunday to accelerate getting him back up to speed, a cautious approach that builds on his recent return to group training after missing the Schalke friendly with a muscular issue. He's expected to be in contention to compete with Federico Valverde and Bernardo Silva for a midfield role once fully reintegrated, with this extra training time seen as the final step before he's available for selection.
Returns to group training
Tchouameni trained with his Real Madrid teammates Tuesday at Valdebebas, taking a step forward after several days working individually with a muscular issue, according to Madrid Xtra.
Analysis: Tchouameni missed Sunday's friendly against Schalke, the club's final preseason tune up, but returned alongside the group as Madrid opened preparations for their league opener. The session kicks off a work week ahead of Saturday's match against Espanyol at RCDE Stadium, which serves as Madrid's first official fixture of the season before their home opener against Real Sociedad on August 26. Tchouameni is expected to compete with Federico Valverde and Bernardo Silva for a midfield role once he's fully integrated back into full training. His return is a positive sign for Madrid's depth in the middle of the park heading into the new campaign.
Trains on grass Friday
Tchouameni (thigh) was spotted training on the grass Friday, according to Madrid Xtra.
Analysis: Tchouameni had recently been dealing with minor muscle issues that kept him working individually, though it was never expected to affect his availability for the start of the season. He made 33 LaLiga appearances last season, contributing one goal, and if he remains at the club despite ongoing transfer speculation, he should continue as a key holding midfield presence under new coach Jose Mourinho, giving Real Madrid defensive stability and tactical discipline in the middle of the park heading into the new 2026/27 La Liga campaign.
Dealing with minor muscle issue
Tchouameni (thigh) is dealing with some minor muscle issues and will work individually over the next few days, though he is expected to start the season without any problems, according to Arancha Rodriguez of COPE.
Analysis: Tchouameni made 33 La Liga appearances last season, contributing one goal, and closed the campaign at the World Cup battling through a thigh injury that had kept him out of two matches before he returned to play the full 90 minutes in the semifinal loss to Spain. This latest minor setback is not expected to affect his availability for the start of the new season under coach Jose Mourinho, and his individual work over the coming days should keep him on track heading into the campaign.
Back with Real Madrid
Tchouameni is back for preseason with Real Madrid, according to Madrid Xtra.
Analysis: Tchouameni made 33 LaLiga appearances last season, contributing one goal, and closed the campaign at the World Cup battling through a thigh injury that had kept him out of two matches before he returned to play the full 90 minutes in the semifinal loss to Spain. He finished the tournament with one assist across four appearances and led France in tackles per game, and his return to club training now shifts focus to preseason preparations under new coach Jose Mourinho.
Plays full match in loss
Tchouameni registered one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 2-0 loss against Spain.
Analysis: Tchouameni had been a doubt heading into the semi-finals clash while still dealing with pain from a thigh injury that left him out of the previous two games, but he overcame the discomfort and logged the full 90 minutes against Spain. However, it was a quiet display from the holding midfielder, who produced only his usual passes and tackles. Still, he'll likely end up leading France with an average of 4.2 tackles per game, which ranks him well above the rest of the squad. He also delivered an assist over four appearances.
Starting Tuesday
Tchouameni (thigh) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's semi-final against Spain.
Analysis: Tchouameni returns to the starting XI for Tuesday's clash after spending two matches sidelined with a thigh injury. He was technically available off the bench for both matches, but wasn't fit enough to be selected. Now that he's back fit, Manu Kone falls to the bench, with Tchouameni set to partner Adrien Rabiot.
Expected to start versus Spain
Tchouameni (thigh) has made progress in his rehabilitation and could be active even as a starter in the World Cup semifinals against Spain, Damien Degorre and Loic Tanzi of L'Equipe report.
Analysis: Tchouameni has been sidelined over the last two knockout games, but his absence hasn't stopped France from dominating and winning all of their matches, and it's in the upcoming round where they'll need him most. If he's indeed available to start, he should take Manu Kone's place alongside Adrien Rabiot in the defensive midfield line. Such role would allow the Real Madrid player to produce passing and ball recovery stats, currently averaging 1.3 chances created and 4.3 tackles per game at the international tournament.. However, it remains to be seen if he's ready to play 90 or possibly 120 minutes in the next fixture.
Doesn't play vs. Morocco
Tchouameni (thigh) was an unused substitute in Thursday's 2-0 win over Morocco in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals.
Analysis: Manager Didier Deschamps reportedly waited for Tchouameni until the very last minute, but the midfielder not only remained on the bench, but he also didn't see any minutes at all. It remains to be seen if he'll be fit to play in the semifinals next Tuesday, with Manu Kone expected to keep his place in the XI if the Real Madrid midfielder isn't fit to feature in the upcoming game.
Better but availability in doubt
Tchouameni (thigh) has improved after missing the previous match and training individually Monday and Tuesday, but remains a game-time decision for Thursday against Morocco, coach Didier Deschamps said in press conference, according to L'Equipe. " It's only him to see, but he's better. I can't tell you more. He may participate in the training session today (Wednesday). I need to assess the situation.
Analysis: Tchouameni missed the previous match with a thigh injury before working individually on Monday and Tuesday. The national team coach Didier Deschamps declined to confirm his availability against Morocco, noting he may take part in training and that a decision is still pending. However, with the assessment coming so close to kickoff, the midfielder appears unlikely to start, with Manu Kone tipped to fill in as he did versus Paraguay.
Starts to train individually
Tchouameni (thigh) was back in individual training and remains doubtful for Thursday's match against Morocco, according to Hugo Delom of L'Equipe.
Analysis: Tchouameni was back in individual training as he tries to recover from a thigh injury, but is still not trending in the right direction, as he remains in doubt to face Morocco. That said, this raises the question of how much he will be able to play, even if he is available, possibly only used from the bench if really needed. He remains a player the French team hopes to gain back, as he is set to start in the midfield for the team when fit and hold down an anchor role.
Close call for Morocco
Tchouameni was absent from France's training session Sunday due to a thigh injury and could return to training by Wednesday to test his condition, though the medical staff want to avoid any unnecessary risk with a potential semifinal in Dallas on July 14 in mind, according to L'Equipe.
Analysis: Tchouameni's participation in France's upcoming quarterfinal is considered highly uncertain at this stage. The thigh issue kept him out of Sunday's training session, leaving him with limited time to build up match fitness before kickoff. He has reportedly brought in outside specialists he regularly works with to speed up his recovery. With France not back on the field until later in the week, his availability will remain a key storyline to track, with the staff showing no willingness to rush him given the stakes ahead. If Tchouameni can't recover in time, Manu Kone will be the one starting in the midfield alongside Adrien Rabiot.
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