Mourinho seeks resolution between Tchouameni and Valverde at Real Madrid
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 10:50 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Jose Mourinho aims to resolve lingering issues between Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde following their altercation last season. After three months apart and a World Cup, the players trained together at Valdebebas. Both have publicly accepted apologies and indicated a desire to move forward. Mourinho plans for them to function as a double pivot as he builds team unity. There are no immediate plans for direct intervention unless problems re-emerge during matches.
- •Tchouameni and Valverde reportedly made peace after a dressing room incident.
- •Both players received €500,000 fines from the club.
- •Mourinho will utilize them as a double pivot in the new lineup.
- •The players have trained together but haven't played since May.
- •Mourinho plans to monitor their relationship during the season.
- 10:50 AMYahoo Sports — Mourinho intent on resolving any leftover issues between Real Madrid duo after last season’s incident
"It has been just over three months since Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde came to blows in the Real Madrid dressing room. This Monday, after a World Cup and a period of vacation in between, t...
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