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Tchouameni and Valverde reconcile after previous dispute at Real Madrid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:15 AM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Tchouameni and Valverde reconcile after previous dispute at Real Madrid

Summary

Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde have reportedly reconciled after a serious conflict last season. The two midfielders were involved in a significant argument during a training session in May, which required Valverde to seek medical treatment. Following their first start together against Elche, both players celebrated an important victory, high-fiving and embracing post-match, signaling restored harmony in the dressing room. New manager Jose Mourinho aims to unite the squad, addressing previous reports of disharmony among players.

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•Tchouameni and Valverde had a serious conflict last season.
•Disagreement led to Valverde requiring hospital treatment.
•The midfielders celebrated together after the match against Elche.
•Mourinho seeks to enhance squad unity following last season's issues.
•Real Madrid remains competitive at the top of the LaLiga table.

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10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid midfield duo leave last season’s controversy behind them

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Peace has returned to the Real Madrid dressing room. One of the biggest conflicts within the squad, and arguably the most serious of all, now appears to be a thing of the past.Ineed, as reported by MA...
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