Real Madrid decided to sell Fede Valverde and Aurélien Tchouameni in the next market after a disagreement between the players that compromised the locker room environment. The club’s management, led by Florentino Pérez, imposed fines of 500 thousand euros on each player and structured a reformulation of the squad for next season.

Conflito on Valdebebas ends with drastic decision

The fight between the two athletes reached proportions that went beyond the dimensions of a simple disagreement. Nos last few days, the episode dominated the institution’s internal discussions and even overshadowed the classic against Barcelona, scheduled for this Sunday in the 35th round of La Liga. Funcionários and Valdebebas leaders recognize that the circus created around the conflict has been compromising the group’s dynamics for some time.

The decision to place the two on the sales list reflects the Madrid administration’s intolerance towards behavior that undermines the cohesion of the squad. Valverde, Uruguayan, and Tchouameni, French, are relevant players in midfield, but the club understands that the situation can no longer be maintained.

Contexto of institutional instability

Este is not the first episode of instability in Valdebebas this season. The same confrontational atmosphere led to Xabi Alonso’s departure in January. Álvaro Arbeloa, acting coach, faces dismissal at the end of the season despite his repeated attempts to defend players in press conferences. The systemic crisis in the locker room involves bigger issues than specific indiscipline.

Real Madrid has had two years without winning titles. The team could be mathematically eliminated from La Liga this weekend, a scenario that increases the pressure on the club’s structures. Mesmo a win over Barcelona in Camp Nou would leave Barça in control of their own destiny in the title fight.

Mourinho as central figure of the reconstruction

Florentino Pérez seeks a coach with a commanding presence and proven ability to manage egos in a locker room accustomed to frequent success. José Mourinho emerges as the most convincing candidate to take on the reconstruction task. Sua’s experience at elite clubs and his history of managing turbulent groups attract Madrid’s management.

The hiring of Mourinho still depends on negotiations that will take place in the coming weeks. The Portuguese coach represents the type of firm leadership that Real Madrid believes is necessary to reverse the current cycle of instability.

Outras moves scheduled for summer

Além from Valverde and Tchouameni, Real Madrid plans to get rid of other players less committed to the project. The cleaning should create financial and squad space for new signings in line with the philosophy that will be implemented by the next technical committee.

Managers understand that:

• The sale of Valverde and Tchouameni will generate significant income in the transfer market
• Outros discards will allow salary and group reorganization
• Mentality renewal is as important as technical renewal
• The next coach will have the autonomy to shape the locker room according to his vision

Clássico against Barcelona in transition context

This Sunday’s duel against Barcelona marks a symbolic moment in the Real Madrid season. Mbappé will not travel to Barcelona and will miss the team. The match takes place in a context where institutional issues weigh more heavily than the competition itself.

Barcelona, in turn, remains in a privileged position in the fight for the title. Hansi Flick, Blaugrana coach, made veiled criticisms of Real Madrid. In a press conference, Flick stated, “I don’t want to talk about Real Madrid, but it’s true, ego kills success.” The statement reflects the external perception of Madrid’s problems.

Nos In the next few days, the focus will be divided between the result of the classic and the acceleration of negotiations that will define the future of Real Madrid for 2026 and 2027.