Real Madrid are experiencing internal tension just days before their highly anticipated clash against FC Barcelona in El Clásico, set to take place at Spotify Camp Nou in La Liga Round 35 ⚽🔥.
According to Spanish media reports, the crisis began during training sessions after a heated verbal altercation between midfielders Aurélien Tchouaméni and Federico Valverde, which quickly escalated into a tense atmosphere both on the pitch and inside the dressing room 🏟️.
The situation reportedly continued the next day, with Valverde refusing to shake hands with Tchouaméni at the start of training, increasing tensions within the squad before teammates intervened to calm the situation 🔥.
In a dramatic development, reports claimed Valverde suffered an injury during the confrontation that required hospital treatment, although the club has not officially confirmed the details.
Real Madrid’s management has reportedly opened an urgent internal investigation into the incident and is considering disciplinary measures, including temporary suspension from first-team training, to maintain discipline ahead of crucial fixtures ⚽.
The club is also expected to release an official statement soon to clarify the situation, amid growing media attention ahead of El Clásico 🔥.
The incident adds to a series of recent internal tensions within the squad, raising concerns ahead of one of the biggest matches of the season against Barcelona 🏆.
