Manchester United Add Real Madrid’s Aurélien Tchouaméni to Transfer Shortlist – Latest Rumours & News
- Manchester United have added Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni to their shortlist of potential options to replace Casemiro this summer, according to The Telegraph.
- The France international, aged 26, is under contract with Real Madrid until 2028 and could command a transfer fee upwards of €60 million.
- Tchouaméni joined Real Madrid from Monaco in 2022 for a fee of approximately €80 million.
Manchester United have added Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni to their shortlist of potential options to replace Casemiro this summer, according to The Telegraph.
The France international, aged 26, is under contract with Real Madrid until 2028 and could command a transfer fee upwards of €60 million. His potential departure from the Bernabeu would need to be balanced by a fresh midfield signing for the Spanish champions, who are reportedly considering a move for Manchester City’s Rodri.
Tchouaméni joined Real Madrid from Monaco in 2022 for a fee of approximately €80 million. Since then, he has made 190 appearances for the club, winning La Liga and Champions League titles while establishing himself as a regular in the France national team.
Manchester United’s interest in Tchouaméni comes after confirming Casemiro’s departure from Old Trafford. The Brazilian midfielder’s exit has prompted a search for a defensive midfielder to fill the void, with several Premier League options already under consideration, including Newcastle United’s Sandro Tonali and Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson.
However, Tchouaméni represents a new name on United’s radar, with The Telegraph reporting that he “features prominently” on their list of Casemiro replacements. His trophy-laden experience at Real Madrid is seen as an intriguing prospect for the English club.
Despite the interest, significant hurdles remain for a potential transfer to materialize. Any deal would need to satisfy Real Madrid’s financial demands and align with their own midfield recruitment plans, while Manchester United must negotiate a fee that reflects the player’s age, contract length and proven pedigree at the highest level.
As of April 21, 2026, no official bid has been made for Tchouaméni, and the player remains focused on his commitments with Real Madrid. The coming weeks will determine whether interest from Old Trafford develops into a concrete transfer approach.