
Tchouameni to Stay at Real Madrid as Mourinho Sees Him as Key Player
July 5, 2026 · Raquel Martínez
Aurelien Tchouameni will continue his career at Real Madrid, as José Mourinho plans to make him a key player despite interest from English clubs.
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Aurelien Tchouameni, the French midfielder for Real Madrid, will remain with the club, despite significant interest from Manchester United and Liverpool. According to TEAMtalk, the club's new head coach, José Mourinho, is keen to secure Tchouameni a stable position in the starting lineup for the upcoming season. This decision by Real Madrid has thwarted the hopes of the two Premier League giants, who had been closely monitoring Tchouameni's situation all summer in anticipation of a potential transfer. Previously, Real Madrid had considered bolstering their midfield with players like Enzo Fernandez and Rodri, but those transfers did not materialize. Consequently, Mourinho has shifted his focus to strengthening the defense, effectively ruling out Tchouameni's departure. The player himself has not pushed for a transfer and is determined to establish himself as a mainstay in Real Madrid's lineup, closing the door on the interest from the English clubs.
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