Real Madrid may sell Aurelien Tchouameni to Manchester United.

Manchester United has received an unexpected boost in the race to sign Aurélien Tchouaméni, with recent reports indicating that Real Madrid is willing to sell the French defensive midfielder to the Red Devils. Although the player has agreed to a new contract with the Merengues until 2031, according to information provided by Fabrizio Romano and other transfer experts, the possibility of a departure still lingers.

Tchouaméni, seen as a key player for Real Madrid's new manager, José Mourinho, seemed set to continue his career in Madrid. Mourinho is believed to have been instrumental in the Frenchman's decision to extend his contract with the club, reinforcing his importance in the squad. However, persistent rumors regarding Manchester United's interest have remained, even after the unofficial announcement of the player's new agreement.

Andy Mitten, a journalist specializing in Manchester United affairs, revealed in a recent podcast that even after Tchouaméni signed the new contract, “they can still sell him.” Mitten highlighted that Real Madrid is looking to make significant sales to fund new signings and that, although Fede Valverde is secured as captain, players like Tchouaméni could be negotiated if the club wishes. “It’s not the first time a Real Madrid player has benefited from Manchester United's interest,” he added.

However, in a more recent statement, Fabrizio Romano claimed that “Tchouaméni has already signed the new contract with Real Madrid” and that “he is a very important player for José Mourinho, who insisted on keeping him.” Romano emphasized that the general feeling in Madrid is that the midfielder will remain at the Spanish club, contrary to expectations of a transfer.

Despite this, The Sun reported that Real Madrid is willing to sell Tchouaméni in this summer transfer market, a piece of news that would come as a great surprise given the player's recent renewal and his unique position as a senior defensive midfielder in the Madrid squad. The same publication revealed that the Spanish club is interested in Rodri, a midfielder from Manchester City, for the upcoming season, which could be one of the reasons for considering the sale of Tchouaméni.

This contradictory scenario keeps the uncertainty alive regarding the future of the French midfielder. If the sale is confirmed, it would be a significant blow for Real Madrid, but a huge boost for Manchester United, which sees Tchouaméni as the “ideal midfielder” to lead the midfield, especially after the departure of Casemiro. Real Madrid's final decision on whether to sell or retain the player will be crucial for the transfer market this summer, with a direct impact on the strategies of both teams.