Manchester United would be keeping a close eye on the events unfolding around Aurelien Tchouameni in Madrid, and the latest detail could make all the difference.
Since the emergence of Aurelien Tchouameni as a key midfield target for Man Utd, things have developed in his career at a dizzying pace.
Real Madrid have imploded, and his drama with captain Federico Valverde has worried Man Utd fans about the Frenchman’s character.
Amidst the developing story, the Spanish press have reported a key detail in the whole drama that can make all the difference.
What are your thoughts on the ‘fights’ between Tchouameni and Valverde… does this present an opportunity for United? Or is this a bad omen for a transfer?
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Key detail in Aurelien Tchouameni-Valverde drama
The episode has recently been put to a rest by the club, with Real Madrid levying a fine of €500k on both players, adding that they have apologised.
However, the tremors of such a huge incident rarely remain isolated, so it’s unlikely that this is the last we hear about this.
Tchouameni’s fate will be particularly interesting to follow, as he was the subject of transfer rumours before this unfolded.
This might accelerate his decision to leave, with Old Trafford mooted as a genuine possibility.
Madrid-based journalist for Radio Marca, Sergio Valentin, has now reported that the Frenchman can also be given a clean chit in the whole fight with Valverde.
Valentin reports that Tchouameni’s reaction was a result of continued provocation from Valverde after he “stuck out” for a long time.
He added that despite Valverde being a captain figure and Tchouameni not being one, it was the latter who handled the whole situation like a captain, while the former instigated the whole thing.
This is a key detail that can make all the difference for Man Utd.
Tchouameni’s character is important for Man Utd
It is after a long time that Ineos have managed to achieve a complete cultural reset of the dressing room at Carrington.
How much should Man Utd pay to sign Aurelien Tchouameni? What would you consider a fair fee?
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The last thing they want is to introduce another disruptive character into such a situation who undoes their work so far.
This situation with Tchouameni at the centre of it all has been so explosive that it was impossible not to have second thoughts about his temperament if he were to sign for United in the summer.
His quality isn’t in doubt, nor is his pedigree or tactical fit. However, a problematic character could have seen United pivot away from it.
Therefore, this recent detail about Tchouameni not being the aggressor in the situation is a key one, especially the part where it says he was more like a captain.
That turns his reaction from a problematic outburst to a standard-setter and a strong personality. United can rest easy and go all guns blazing for his signature.
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