Real Madrid has officially confirmed it has initiated a disciplinary investigation following a physical confrontation between two of its key midfielders, Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni. The incident reportedly occurred in the team's dressing room after a first-team training session on Wednesday morning.
In a statement released on the club's official website, Real Madrid announced that it has decided to begin formal disciplinary proceedings against both players in connection with the events that took place. The club emphasized that it will communicate the results of the review for both cases in due course, once the relevant internal procedures have been concluded.
According to reports from multiple media outlets, the confrontation between the Uruguayan and French internationals escalated into a physical altercation after the training session. During the scuffle, Valverde reportedly fell and struck his head on a table, resulting in a laceration. The injury was significant enough to require the player to be transported to a hospital for medical treatment.
Sources indicate that the tension between Valverde and Tchouaméni had been building during the training session itself on Wednesday, May 6th. While the on-field friction did not lead to a fight during practice, the conflict apparently boiled over once the players returned to the locker room area.
The club's decision to launch a formal investigation signals that Real Madrid is treating the matter with utmost seriousness. Internal disciplinary actions in football can range from fines and warnings to suspensions, depending on the severity of the breach of club rules and the findings of the internal review.
This incident comes at a critical juncture in the season, and any potential disciplinary action against two first-team regulars could have implications for squad dynamics and upcoming fixtures. The club has not provided any further details regarding the nature of the dispute or the timeline for the investigation's conclusion.
Real Madrid's official statement focused solely on the procedural aspect, confirming the investigation and promising transparency on the outcome. The club did not comment on the specific details of the altercation or the condition of Federico Valverde following his hospital visit.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.