Real Madrid midfielder Tchouameni faces uncertain future under Mourinho

Aurelien Tchouameni may leave Real Madrid if a high offer is received during the final days of the transfer window. According to reports, new manager Jose Mourinho no longer considers the French midfielder an indisputable starter, as Fede Valverde has gained an advantage in the hierarchy.

Despite recently extending his contract until 2031 with a reported net salary of approximately 9 million euros per season, Tchouameni faces increased competition. The midfield options under Mourinho include Valverde, Jude Bellingham, Arda Guler, Eduardo Camavingan, and recent signing Bernardo Silva. Tchouameni's position has been further challenged by muscle concerns that caused him to miss recent training and a friendly against Schalke 04.

In a separate tactical discussion, former Real Madrid player Alvaro Benito has advised Mourinho to study the Paris Saint-Germain model to revitalize the team. Benito suggested that Real Madrid should move away from relying on individual talent and instead adopt a system based on intensity, movement, and flexibility, similar to the structure seen at PSG.