🚨 Manchester United Preparing €90M Bid for Real Madrid Midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni
In what could be one of the most ambitious moves of the summer, Manchester United are reportedly preparing a €90 million (£77.6 million, $105.5 million) offer to sign Aurélien Tchouaméni from Real Madrid, according to multiple reports emerging from Spain and England.
The Red Devils have identified the French international as a priority midfield target, and new manager Rúben Amorim has personally approved the move, believing Tchouaméni could be the perfect anchor for his system at Old Trafford.
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đź”´ Amorim’s Midfield Mission
Since his appointment, Amorim has made it clear to the Manchester United board that the club’s midfield lacks defensive control, composure in possession, and tactical balance. While Kobbie Mainoo has impressed, United still lack an elite ball-winner and deep-lying playmaker who can dominate big games.
Tchouaméni — a Champions League-winning midfielder with experience at the highest level — fits that profile perfectly. The 24-year-old is technically gifted, physically strong, and tactically intelligent, making him a dream signing for Amorim’s structured 3-4-3 or 4-2-3-1 system.
> “He’s the kind of midfielder who allows others to play with freedom,” one Old Trafford source noted. “And United haven’t had that sort of presence since Michael Carrick.”
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🏆 Tchouaméni’s Real Madrid Role
Tchouaméni joined Real Madrid from Monaco in 2022 for around €80 million, and while he has been a regular feature in Carlo Ancelotti’s squad, he has not always been a guaranteed starter — especially with fierce competition from Jude Bellingham, Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde, and the returning Toni Kroos (prior to his retirement).
While Madrid value the Frenchman highly, the recent addition of Arda Güler, the rise of Nico Paz, and strong interest in future midfielders could open the door for a sale — but only at the right price.
So far, Madrid’s public stance is that Tchouaméni is “not for sale”, but United’s proposed €90M bid may force the Spanish giants to at least consider negotiations, especially with the need to fund future signings in other areas of the pitch.
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đź’° The Bid Breakdown
Proposed fee: €90M / £77.6M / $105.5M
Structure: Likely to include performance bonuses and instalments
Contract Length (if agreed): Expected to be 5 years + optional extension
Wages: Would place Tchouaméni among the club’s top earners, though still within new INEOS-imposed wage discipline
United are reportedly confident that the player would be open to a move, particularly with the opportunity to be the main man in midfield rather than part of a rotation.
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🇫🇷 What Tchouaméni Brings to United
Tchouaméni is widely regarded as one of Europe’s top defensive midfielders. His strengths include:
Interceptions & positioning: Among the best in La Liga for defensive recoveries
Ball progression: Elite short- and mid-range passer
Press resistance: Calm under pressure, allows team to build from the back
Tactical discipline: Vital in holding structure in a double pivot or solo No. 6 role
At only 24, he’s entering his prime and would instantly improve United’s midfield spine alongside Mainoo or Bruno Fernandes, offering a platform for attackers to thrive.
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🗣️ Fan Reaction: Excitement & Caution
The rumoured move has caused a stir across the Manchester United fanbase:
> @UnitedEra: “Tchouaméni is world-class. €90M is a lot but this is the kind of statement signing we need.”
@OldTraffordTalks: “If we can get Tchouaméni and Gyökeres in one window, Amorim means business.”
@DevilsDNA: “Big money again. Just hope this isn’t another Pogba 2.0 situation. We need structure this time.”
There is clear excitement about the quality Tchouaméni brings — but also lingering concern over United’s history of spending big without proper squad integration.
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🚨 Other Interested Clubs?
While Manchester United appear to be the front-runners now, Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain have both shown past interest in Tchouaméni. However, neither club is expected to match the reported €90M bid this summer.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, are under no pressure to sell — and any acceptance would likely depend on whether Carlo Ancelotti gives the green light.
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🔮 What’s Next?
If the bid is submitted as reported, negotiations between the clubs could move quickly. United’s recruitment team, led by Dan Ashworth, is believed to be ready to fly to Madrid for face-to-face talks if there’s a willingness to engage.
Should the deal progress, United will also look to move out midfielders like:
Scott McTominay (linked with West Ham & Bayern)
Donny van de Beek (likely to leave permanently)
Casemiro (interest from Saudi Arabia)
This would help balance the books and make room in the squad for a transformational signing like Tchouaméni.
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đź“ť Final Word
Signing Aurélien Tchouaméni would be a massive coup for Manchester United and a true show of intent under Rúben Amorim and INEOS. It would signal a serious commitment to rebuilding the club’s identity through elite-level talent with tactical intelligence and physical presence.
The ball is now in Real Madrid’s court — but if United get their way, they might finally fix a midfield problem that has plagued them for nearly a decade.
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