Real Madrid Fine Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni 500k Euros Each Following Training Ground Fight
The record-breaking sanctions follow a series of incidents this week that culminated in Federico Valverde being hospitalised with a head injury.
Real Madrid have taken decisive disciplinary action against midfielders Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni, fining both players Euro 500,000 following a physical altercation at the club’s Valdebebas training complex. The record-breaking sanctions follow a series of incidents this week that culminated in Valverde being hospitalised with a head injury. Real Madrid Unrest: Vinicius Junior Facing Allegations of Being Manager Alvaro Arbeloa’s ‘Snitch’ Ahead of El Clasico.
Real Madrid Takes Disciplinary Action Against Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni
Official Announcement.
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Incident Details and Hospitalisation
The tension reportedly began during a training session on Wednesday, 6 May, following a robust tackle by Valverde on Tchouameni. While teammates initially intervened to de-escalate the situation, the disagreement resurfaced on Thursday morning. Witnesses described the second confrontation as significantly more serious, with physical blows exchanged between the two senior players.
Valverde was subsequently taken to a nearby medical facility after sustaining a facial wound and what the club described as "cranioencephalic trauma." Manager Álvaro Arbeloa accompanied the Uruguayan international to the hospital, where he received several stitches to a cut above his eyebrow. While Valverde has since been discharged, he has been advised to rest for up to 14 days.
Internal Disciplinary Investigation
In a formal statement released on Friday, Real Madrid confirmed that the club had opened disciplinary proceedings against both players for a breach of conduct. The €500,000 fines represent the maximum financial penalty permitted under the players' current professional contracts.
The timing of the incident has caused significant disruption ahead of Sunday’s crucial El Clásico against FC Barcelona. With Barcelona requiring only a draw to secure the La Liga title, the absence of two starting midfielders presents a major tactical challenge for Arbeloa’s side.
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