Aurelien Tchouameni
26-Year-Old
Real Madrid
La Liga
OUT
Injury Thigh
Est. Return 7/8/2026
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Tchouameni showcased his versatility in 2024/25, starting 31 of his 32 appearances and filling multiple roles due to team injuries, recording 47 tackles with 23 won. His durability and defensive reliability made him a mainstay in the starting XI throughout the season. With Xabi Alonso taking over, Tchouameni figures to stay in his role of midfield defensive enforcer, frequently breaking up play of the opponent. While his attacking output is limited, his consistent minutes and defensive contributions make him a steady, lower-risk option for managers looking for tackle upside.
Picks up injury, out Saturday
Tchouameni was injured in training Friday ahead of Saturday's round of 16 match against Paraguay and will miss out due to a thigh injury, according to Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport.
ANALYSIS
Tchouameni was taken out of training Friday after feeling discomfort in his thigh and will now miss out on the round of 16, as the injury is either too much or they don't want to risk him as a heavy favorite. He has started in three games for the French squad this World Cup, so this is a major loss as they control the middle of the field. Manu Kone is expected to enter the starting XI in his place, a player who has started twice and is a viable replacement. The good news for French fans is that Tchouameni is only expected to miss around four days, back for the quarterfinals if France advance.
Tchouameni was taken out of training Friday after feeling discomfort in his thigh and will now miss out on the round of 16, as the injury is either too much or they don't want to risk him as a heavy favorite. He has started in three games for the French squad this World Cup, so this is a major loss as they control the middle of the field. Manu Kone is expected to enter the starting XI in his place, a player who has started twice and is a viable replacement. The good news for French fans is that Tchouameni is only expected to miss around four days, back for the quarterfinals if France advance.
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Diverse output Tuesday
Tchouameni generated one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 3-0 victory against Sweden.
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Seven tackles in victory
Tchouameni assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 4-1 win against Norway. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 74th minute.
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Returns to training
Tchouameni (adductor) returned to training Tuesday and participated in a small-sided game session, showing no apparent discomfort, according to L'Equipe.
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Bench option
Tchouamnei (undisclosed) is on the bench for Monday's match against Iraq.
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Missing from training
Tchouameni was not at training ahead of Monday's match against Iraq, according to the French federation, per Hugo Delom of L'Equipe. He stayed in the room to ride a bike and take care of a physiotherapist. But no worries."
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Could move to Old Trafford
Manchester United are believed to be keeping close tabs on Tchouameni, according to ESPN.
ANALYSIS
Manchester United are believed to be interested in signing a defensive midfielder in the summer, and Tchouameni could be among the best available via transfer if he decides to leave Real Madrid. Tchouameni would be an excellent replacement for Casemiro, excepting that he's younger and more dynamic.
Manchester United are believed to be interested in signing a defensive midfielder in the summer, and Tchouameni could be among the best available via transfer if he decides to leave Real Madrid. Tchouameni would be an excellent replacement for Casemiro, excepting that he's younger and more dynamic.