The 22-year-old midfielder has moved to the Bernabeu from Monaco for the biggest transfer fee of the summer so far, with Marca claiming that the French international could cost Los Blancos €100 million.
Tchouameni was reportedly one of the most sought-after defensive-midfielders in European football following an exceptional season in Ligue 1. He will take the number 18 shirt at Real Madrid, which was recently vacated by Gareth Bale.
The midfield starlet was number 8 at Monaco, but when asked why he picked 18 at his press-conference presentation, he told reporters (as per Mundo Deportivo):
Tchouameni will certainly face a battle to start for Carlo Ancelotti’s side next season, with Real Madrid boasting midfield superstars such as Toni Kroos, Luka Modric, and Casemiro. The likes of Federico Valverde and Eduardo Camavinga are also taking quick strides to become first-team regulars.
Aurelien Tchouameni claims he spoke to other teams before signing for Real Madrid
The French international has been the subject of plenty of transfer speculation, with Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) also heavily linked with the midfielder.
However, during his opening press-conference in the Spanish capital, he claimed that once he knew the Galacticos were interested, he didn’t give it a second thought.
As quoted by Mundo Deportivo, Tchouameni claimed:
He added:
The former Monaco star also claimed:
Tchouameni made 50 appearances for Monaco last season as they finished third in Ligue 1 and secured Champions League football. The youngster also has 12 French senior caps, after making his debut in September 2021.
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