Real Madrid open disciplinary case against Valverde and Tchouameni

Real Madrid have launched internal disciplinary proceedings against midfielders Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni following a heated altercation during training ahead of this weekend’s El Clasico.

According to reports from Spain, tensions boiled over between the two teammates during Wednesday’s training session, with the confrontation allegedly turning physical.

Matters are understood to have escalated further on Thursday, May 7, 2026, leading to Valverde being taken to hospital for treatment after suffering a head injury that required stitches.

The shocking incident reportedly came shortly after Real Madrid’s squad held a crisis meeting as frustration continues to grow over the club’s difficult run of form this season.

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Club president Florentino Pérez is believed to be personally overseeing the investigation into the matter.

In an official statement, Real Madrid confirmed disciplinary action had been initiated against both players following the events that occurred at the first-team training session.

The club added that decisions regarding possible punishments will be announced once internal procedures are completed.

While both players remain key members of the squad, reports suggest the incidents have raised concerns about dressing room harmony at a crucial stage of the season.

Real Madrid are currently trailing arch-rivals FC Barcelona by 11 points in La Liga, with Barcelona needing just one point from Sunday’s Clasico to officially secure the league title.

The Spanish giants are expected to deal with the situation privately, although speculation has already emerged over whether the fallout could influence transfer decisions this summer.

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