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Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni expected to return for season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 4:15 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni expected to return for season opener

Summary

Aurelien Tchouameni is expected to be available for Real Madrid's season opener against Espanyol on August 22. The midfielder continued to face minor muscle issues following an injury during the World Cup but is on track to return to full training soon. Tchouameni's fitness has been a concern for the team, especially with ongoing discussions about his future at the club. Despite speculation about a potential move away, he remains valued by Real Madrid as a critical player for the upcoming season.

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Status Watch

•Tchouameni dealt with injuries during the World Cup.
•He aims to start individual training over the next few days.
•Real Madrid opens its league campaign on August 22.
•Speculation about Tchouameni's future has diminished following Rodri's transfer to Barcelona.
•Tchouameni is expected to play a key role in linking defense and attack.

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4:15 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid midfield star expected to be available at the start of the season despite injury woes

What they're saying

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Aurelien Tchouameni’s World Cup campaign was marred by an injury that saw him miss a few key knockout fixtures.He did return to action against Spain in the semifinal but the French team was complete...
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