Real Madrid in crisis: Disagreement leads Valverde to the hospital.

Real Madrid is experiencing an explosive moment behind the scenes, with a conflict between Fede Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni reaching alarming levels. The latest disagreement between the two midfielders has not only shaken the locker room but culminated in a serious incident that sent one of them to the hospital. The situation is concerning and jeopardizes the stability of the Merengue squad, especially just days before the crucial clásico against FC Barcelona.

According to internal sources revealed to the newspaper Marca, the incident occurred on Thursday morning during training at the club’s sports complex. It all began when Valverde ignored Tchouaméni, refusing to greet him before the start of the session. This seemingly simple gesture created a tense atmosphere that quickly escalated into a heated argument after training. The tension was so high that other players had to intervene to separate the two athletes.

The situation worsened when, during a physical clash between Valverde and Tchouaméni — which reports indicate had no provocative intent on the part of the Frenchman — the Uruguayan suffered a blow that required him to be taken to the hospital for medical evaluation. This episode prompted Real Madrid to call an emergency meeting to assess what could be done to prevent further crises.

José Ángel Sánchez, the club’s CEO, was present at the meeting, which took place with all the players held at the training center, emphasizing the seriousness of the moment. Following this latest incident, the atmosphere in the locker room is more than tense, with club officials trying to find a quick solution to prevent the conflict from affecting the team’s performance.

This is not the first public clash between Valverde and Tchouaméni. On Wednesday morning, they had already engaged in a heated argument that almost escalated into a physical confrontation. The exchange of heated words, which occurred after a foul during training, even involved shoving between the two, extending into the locker room and reinforcing the climate of animosity.

It is worth noting that such conflicts are not new at Real Madrid. About two weeks ago, another controversial incident involved defender Antonio Rüdiger and former Benfica player Álvaro Carreras, when the German center-back slapped the Spaniard during training. Although that incident was downplayed in an official statement, it demonstrates the existence of latent tension within the squad.

As the classic Real Madrid vs. Barcelona approaches, this internal conflict could be a decisive factor in the outcome of La Liga. The pressure is immense, and managing these internal rivalries will be crucial for the Merengue team to stay focused and fight until the end for the title.

Fede Valverde, the Uruguayan midfielder, and Aurélien Tchouaméni, the French defensive midfielder, are two of the key players on the team, but their rivalry is threatening the balance that the coach needs to keep the team united. The Real Madrid now faces a challenge not only on the field but also in the corridors of its training center. Managing this crisis could determine the success or failure of the Merengue season.

This article first appeared on Apito Final.