Real Madrid have opened disciplinary proceedings against Aurélien Tchouaméni and Federico Valverde following a physical altercation during Wednesday's training session that resulted in Valverde sustaining a cranioencephalic trauma. The incident escalated the following morning, leading to a confrontation that left the Uruguay international unconscious and requiring stitches after reportedly hitting his head on a table. Real Madrid confirmed the disciplinary action in a statement released Thursday night, saying internal investigations are underway and updates will follow upon completion of procedures. Medical assessments revealed Valverde suffered a traumatic brain injury, though he is now at home recovering and must rest for 10 to 14 days under medical protocol. As a result, Valverde will miss the upcoming El Clásico against Barcelona, a decisive match where Real Madrid face the prospect of losing the La Liga title at the Santiago Bernabéu if they fail to win. The club released a second statement confirming Valverde's diagnosis and recovery plan, but provided no further details on the nature of the clash between the two players.
A training ground fight between two key midfielders has cost Real Madrid a crucial player at the worst possible moment. Valverde's absence in El Clásico leaves a tactical and emotional void ahead of a do-or-die clash that could hand Barcelona the league title. No African or Nigerian players were involved in the incident.
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