Federico Valverde was rushed to hospital following a shocking incident involving teammate Aurélien Tchouaméni and the situation has now cast a shadow over Real Madrid’s end to the season.
Valverde was taken to hospital with a head injury after an alleged dressing room incident. It comes just days before a decisive clash with eternal rivals FC Barcelona.
Real later confirmed disciplinary proceedings had begun following the incidents that occurred during the first team’s training session that resulted in the clash between the two midfielders.
The club revealed Valverde suffered cranioencephalic trauma, and is at home in good condition and will have to remain at rest.
Reports suggest the midfielder was briefly unconscious during the altercation, with the situation reportedly escalating from earlier tensions during training.
Dressing room tensions threaten stability ahead of El Clasico showdown
Thursday’s confrontation allegedly turned physical after a verbal exchange, and it is believed to have taken place at the Valdebebas training complex.
An emergency meeting followed, involving Florentino Pérez, coaching staff, and senior players. The club is now assessing internal consequences.
The club will provide updates on the resolutions of both proceedings, indicating the seriousness of the situation behind closed doors.
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Spanish media describe the incident as deeply concerning within the club, with some staff reportedly viewing it as the most serious episode in recent memory.
Meanwhile, other tensions have surfaced within the squad. Álvaro Carreras addressed speculation over a separate dispute.
“In recent days, certain insinuations and comments about me have emerged that do not correspond to reality,” Carreras said, insisting his commitment remains unwavering.
Supporter frustration has also extended to Kylian Mbappé this week, with off-field distractions continuing to fuel concerns.
