The French midfielder will be sidelined for at least six weeks following a setback suffered in the Clásico against Barcelona this past weekend. Real Madrid confirmed the injury on Sunday, revealing that Aurelien Tchouaméni is dealing with a stress fracture to the second metatarsal of his left foot. The prognosis suggests a long road to recovery, and he is not expected to return before mid-December. This timetable means he will miss a string of important fixtures across domestic and European competition, delaying his contribution for the Blancos in crucial league and cup clashes.
Aurelien Tchouaméni, a midfielder for Real Madrid, is currently unavailable after the Saturday clash with Barcelona at Montjuïc on October 28. The French international’s setback has prompted Real Madrid to map out a careful rehab plan as the club navigates a crowded fixture calendar in the weeks ahead. [Goal]
Aurelien Tchouaméni, injured at Real Madrid: what he has, how long he will be out and which matches he will miss
Real Madrid issued an official update on Sunday detailing the nature of the injury and the expected recovery. The stress fracture to the second metatarsal of his left foot requires a period of rest and targeted rehabilitation, with medical staff prioritizing a steady return to full training. The six-week minimum implies a return window around mid-December, barring any complications. In the interim, the team will face a sequence of fixtures that could test the squad’s depth and tactical balance, including league games and European ties that demand intense midfield work and diagonal ball progression. [Goal]
As the calendar tightens, the absence of the 23-year-old playmaker will force Carlo Ancelotti to reconfigure the engine room, balancing experience with youthful versatility. The schedule ahead includes matches against Rayo Vallecano, Sporting Braga, Valencia, Cádiz, Napoli, Granada, Betis, Unión Berlin and Villarreal. Each contest presents an opportunity for teammates to step up, while supporters watch how Real Madrid adapts to a shorter rotation and the need to preserve squad health for the run-in to winter. [Goal]
The gesture with Gavi that honors him
Two days after the injury news broke, Tchouaméni publicly addressed circulating speculation about the incident, posting a message on social media to clear up misunderstandings. In a brief statement, he said that Gavi was not responsible for the injury and that the issue occurred late in the first half of the match. Tchouaméni expressed respect for his Barcelona counterpart and emphasized that the fault lay with no single player. The message, shared with supporters, underscored a spirit of sportsmanship rather than rivalry spilling into personal attacks. [Goal]
The incident had sparked chatter on social platforms and some broadcasts suggesting a confrontation between the Real Madrid midfielder and Gavi. Tchouaméni’s clarification aimed to put those rumors to rest, focusing the narrative on the sporting nature of the Clásico rather than on misattributed blame. In the end, the Frenchman’s comments were welcomed by many who value fair play and restraint in high-tension moments. [Goal]
Source: Goal