Manchester City have reportedly allocated funds for Pep Guardiola to make a move for Real Madrid’s midfield maestro, Aurélien Tchouaméni, according to sources from Football Insider. The reigning Premier League champions are poised to compete with Liverpool, who have long been admirers of the 24-year-old Frenchman.
According to senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke, Liverpool initially pursued Tchouaméni in 2022 before his £85.3 million transfer to Real Madrid from Monaco.
While their attempts fell short then, the Reds remain keen to bring him to Anfield, setting up a potential summer transfer tug-of-war with City.
Currently, a January deal appears improbable, with Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti determined to keep his squad intact mid-season. Tchouaméni has become a vital component for Los Blancos, making 22 appearances across all competitions this season, including five in the Champions League.
Despite his crucial role, both City and Liverpool are confident they can lure Tchouaméni to England.
For City, the urgency is clear: Rodri’s prolonged absence has exposed vulnerabilities in their midfield, sparking plans to reinforce the position. Liverpool, on the other hand, view Tchouaméni as the perfect fit for their long-term midfield rebuild.
Interestingly, Tchouaméni has occasionally been deployed as a centre-back at Real Madrid, a testament to his versatility.
However, the chance to cement himself as a regular starter in his preferred defensive midfield role at either Manchester City or Liverpool is believed to be an enticing prospect for the French international.
With both Premier League heavyweights circling, the summer could see a high-stakes battle for Tchouaméni’s signature, a transfer saga that will undoubtedly command the spotlight.
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