Training ground tensions explode as Real Madrid confirm traumatic brain injury for star | OneFootball

Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde were involved in a physical altercation earlier.

The South American midfielder picked up a head injury in the process.

Real Madrid confirm Federico Valverde blow

Real Madrid have now confirmed that he has suffered a traumatic brain injury and he will be sidelined for the next two weeks.

Valverde will miss the upcoming El Clásico against Barcelona. Apparently, the situation escalated between the two players after a rough tackle from the French international during training. Following this, he apologised to Valverde. However, the Uruguayan International was unwilling to accept the apology and responded with crunching tackles in training.

The situation between the two players eventually spiralled out of control, and they were involved in a brawl later on.

Real Madrid have confirmed they will take disciplinary action against both players and will communicate the decision in due course.

Valverde and Tchouameni’s absence will be a blow

It has been a disappointing season for Real Madrid so far, and the situation seems to be going from bad to worse on and off the pitch. Both players are now expected to miss the upcoming clash against Barcelona, and it will be a huge blow for the capital club.

Real Madrid are currently second in the league table, 11 points behind Barcelona with four matches remaining. The defending champions will look to seal the title with a positive result against their rivals when the two teams meet on Sunday.