AURELIEN TCHOUAMENI NEWS

Midfield transfer merry-go-round! Liverpool make contact with Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni - as Los Blancos eye Man City's Ballon d'Or winner Rodri | Goal.com US After years of scouting, Liverpool could finally land Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni, with Los Blancos eyeing Ballon d'Or winner Rodri.

NOVEMBER 6 • GOAL.COM

Aurelien Tchouameni's January Move To Liverpool Will Be "Very Difficult' Arne Slot is still in the market to bolster his midfield options after missing out on Real Sociedad star Martin Zubimendi. The Spain interna...

NOVEMBER 6 • SI.COM

Sprains ankle Tchouameni was subbed off at halftime during Tuesday's 3-1 loss to AC Milan with an ankle injury, which later was diagnosed as a sprain.

Impact Tchouameni is unlikely to play Saturday as he suffered a sprained ankle during the loss to Milan. The severity of the sprain is unclear, though will likely keep him off the France November call-ups. He's started nine of the last 10 games in all competitions, totaling 17 tackles, 17 interceptions and eight clearances in that span. Either Luka Modric or Dani Ceballos could see the start in the midfield in his absence.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Tchouameni (foot) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Tchouameni is back with the club after missing their last match, fit enough to earn a spot in the starting XI Tuesday. This is great news, as he did start in their opening four matches of the season and started in seven of his eight UCL appearances last campaign. He is likely to continue in the starting role moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Tchouameni (foot) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Tchouameni is back with the club after missing their last match, fit enough to earn a spot in the starting XI Tuesday. This is great news, as he did start in their opening four matches of the season and started in seven of his eight UCL appearances last campaign. He is likely to continue in the starting role moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Included in squad list Tchouameni (foot) has been included in the squad list and is an option for Tuesday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Tchouameni could be making his return to play after missing the club's last match, as he was included on the squad list for Tuesday. This would be a huge boost to the squad, with the midfielder having started in the opening four matches of the campaign. That said, if fit, he will likely get the start, but if he is on the bench or left out, expect Luka Modric to take his place.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Included in squad list Tchouameni (foot) has been included in the squad list and is an option for Tuesday's match against Stuttgart, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti. "Bellingham is fine, as is Tchou...

Impact Tchouameni could be making his return to play after missing the club's last match, as he was included on the squad list for Tuesday. This would be a huge boost to the squad, with the midfielder having started in the opening four matches of the campaign. That said, if fit, he will likely get the start, but if he is on the bench or left out, expect Luka Modric to take his place.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Tchouameni (foot) is not in the squad for Saturday's game against Real Sociedad. "[Bellingham and Tchouameni] won't play tomorrow, it's too soon, and we'll see if they're ready to...

Impact Tchouameni returned to training earlier this week, and while the midfielder is progressing in his recovery, it seems the coaching staff has decided to give him a few extra days of rest so he can be available for the UCL opener against Stuttgart on Sep. 17. The absence of Tchouameni means Arda Guler and Luka Modric are likely to step into the starting lineup.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Active in training Tchouameni (foot) returned to training Thursday, El Desmarque reports.

Impact Tchouameni took part in training Thursday, after missing the international break with a foot issue. The midfielder might not be fully fit, but the fact he's back in training is a great sign for his recovery. Tchouameni should be available for Saturday's trip to Sociedad.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains foot injury Tchouameni picked up a left foot injury while on international duty with France and has withdrawn from the national team, Mario de la Riva of Diario AS reports.

Impact The loss of Tchouameni weakens Real Madrid's midfield depth even further, as they're already missing Eduardo Camavinga (sprain), Dani Ceballos (ankle) and Jude Bellingham (calf). The potential loss of Tchouameni would force Federico Valverde to play in a more defensive role while potentially pushing someone like Luka Modrid or Arda Guler into the XI.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Excels defensively Tchouameni logged four tackles (two won), four interceptions and two blocks during Real Madrid's 2-0 win Sunday against Betis.

Impact From the 2024-25 La Liga's commencement to Sept. 1, Real Madrid's team has conceded two goals across four games. Tchouameni played a significant part in holding Real's defensive down, logging nine interceptions, five tackles won and three blocks.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in win Tchouameni had four shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Monday's 1-0 win versus Belgium. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 14...

Impact Tchouameni had a few changes to get a goal, but failed to connect with the net Monday. He's started all three games since returning from injury, totaling nine shots (one on target), six crosses (three accurate), and three clearances.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 23

Starting against Netherlands Tchouameni (foot) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against the Netherlands.

Impact Tchouameni is back with the team and starting after being left on the sidelines for their Euro 2024 opener. The midfielder should be expected to get a decent amount of use, supplying balls from the defensive part of the midfield while also not being scared to push up and add numbers to the attack. He will look to remain in this role moving forward in the tournament, although France is expected to see a decent amount of rotation in the midfield.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Unused option against Austria Tchouameni was an unused option during Monday's 1-0 win over Austria.

Impact Tchouameni was on the bench for France, but is still not fit to return to the pitch following his foot injury. He could make an appearance for the clash with the Netherlands, though will have to do with a start on the bench at minimum, with N'Golo Kante winning the player of the match in the defensive midfield against Austria.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Scheduled to train Friday Tchouameni (foot) is expected to train ahead of Monday's opening group stage match against Austria. According to manager Didier Deschamps, "Everything is going well. He should retu...

Impact Tchouameni continues to return with cation following a foot fracture that ended his season early with Real Madrid. He is expected to train ahead of Monday, though is not expected to start right away until he is back to full form, with teammate Eduardo Camavinga expected to start in the defensive midfield, alongside N'Golo Kante for the clash with Austria.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss France friendlies Tchouameni (foot) is not expected to feature in the friendlies against Luxembourg and Canada ahead of the 2024 Euros, reports Nathan Bricout of Onze.

Impact Tchouameni has been sidelined with a foot injury that kept him out of the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund. The midfielder has been called up to the France squad for the Euros, and is expected to return in time for the tournament. He is aiming to be fit for the opening match of the group stage against Austria on June 17. The Frenchman is a key member of the squad and his return to fitness will be a major boost for the team.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play UCL final Tchouameni (foot) is expected to be for the June 1 Champions League Final against Borussia Dortmund, per manager Carlo Ancelotti. "He'll miss the final. I think he should recover i...

Impact Tchouameni was not expected to return in time for the La Liga finale after picking up a foot injury. He ends the league season making 22 starts in 27 appearances, totaling three goals with an assist while logging in 50 clearances, 28 interceptions, 38 tackles (23 won) and 22 crosses (four won). The midfielder is on the right pace to start in the UCL final, barring any setbacks from his recovery.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Tchouameni an injury doubt ahead of Champions League final Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni is an injury doubt ahead of next month’s Champions League final. Tchouameni sustained a stress in...

MAY 9 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Picks up foot injury Tchouameni has been diagnosed with a stress injury to his foot following the 2-1 win over Bayern Munich during the UCL semi finals.

Impact Tchouameni is expected to be shut down for the remainder of the La Liga season, especially after Real Madrid already claimed the league title. He will work on recovering in time for June 1 UCL finals against Borussia Dortmund. The defender had recorded a goal on 15 clearances and 11 tackles in the last eight matches, all of them coming as starts. In his absence, Dani Ceballos and Luka Modric are set to get more starts in the starting XI.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Serves UCL suspension Tchouameni has served his one match suspension in the UCL and will be available for first leg of the semi-finals against Bayern Munich.

Impact As long as Tchouameni does not get hurt, he will return to the lineup for the semi finals of the UCL on April 30. He's started five of the six matches played in the tournament, recording 11 clearances, eight interceptions, seven tackles and five crosses (one won).

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Lone goal on day Tchouameni scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win against Mallorca.

Impact Tchouameni recorded the match's only goal to help give the team the three points Saturday. He's seen consistency in the lineup in both the midfield and defense, recording 10 starts in the last 11 appearances in all competitions, totaling a goal with 28 clearances, 13 tackles, 12 interceptions and eight blocks in that span.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Tchouameni is Real Madrid's quiet superstar - and will be missed in Manchester The French international was superb at Mallorca but will be absent for the Champions League decider at City

APRIL 15 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Suspended for return fixture Tchouameni was shown a yellow card during Tuesday's 3-3 draw with Manchester City and will be suspended for the reverse fixture.

Impact Tchouameni was handed the one-match ban for yellow card accumulation, and is now at risk of missing the final match of his Champions League campaign. Eder Militao was on the bench Tuesday and could get the start in the reverse fixture against Manchester City.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

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