Real Madrid Reject Manchester United’s €90m Bid for Aurélien Tchouaméni
United are weighing alternatives to address Casemiro’s looming contract expiry.
Overview
- Reports from Fichajes relayed by Yahoo Sports say United offered €90m for Tchouaméni, structured as €70m upfront and €20m in add-ons, and Real Madrid turned it down.
- Real Madrid regard the France international as a key piece under Xabi Alonso and have no intention of sanctioning a sale, according to the reports.
- The 25-year-old has been a first-team regular since joining from Monaco in 2022 and is expected to remain at the Bernabéu for now.
- Coverage indicates United remain keen but may revisit the pursuit in future windows and are evaluating alternatives, including Carlos Baleba.
- Casemiro’s contract expires at season’s end and he turns 34 in February, intensifying United’s push for a defensive midfield successor.