The fallout from the physical altercation between Fede Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni has escalated far beyond a simple fine. Real Madrid is now reportedly considering the permanent departure of the Uruguayan midfielder following a massive collapse in his relationship with the squad.
While the club imposed a staggering €500,000 fine on both players—after a fight that resulted in Valverde being hospitalized—the consequences for “El Halcon” are far more severe.
Internal Mutiny: Why the Real Madrid Squad Supports Tchouameni
According to Spanish media, the Real Madrid dressing room has almost unanimously sided with Tchouameni.
Many players expressed disbelief that the Frenchman received the same financial penalty, arguing that Valverde’s behavior was the sole catalyst for the violence.
Throughout the 2025/2026 season, Valverde’s conduct has faced growing internal scrutiny, with teammates viewing his latest outburst as a complete breach of club values.
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The “End of the Road”: Stripped of Leadership and Placed on the Transfer List
As reported by OK Diario, Real Madrid’s management has lost faith in Valverde’s disciplinary record. Even if he stays, the club plans to strip him of his captaincy and remove him from the leadership group entirely.
However, the most likely outcome is a summer exit. The board is now open to listening to offers for the 27-year-old, as Valverde has lost his “popular support” within the club, making his stay at the Santiago Bernabéu practically untenable.
