Tchouaméni, first FIFA virus victim at Real Madrid

Tchouaméni withdrew from France training with a right groin issue; tests scheduled Tuesday, expected back in Madrid Wednesday.

Aurélien Tchouaméni has withdrawn from France national team training due to a right groin problem during the second session ahead of Nations League matches against Italy and Turkey. The midfielder left training as a precaution, according to L'Équipe. Tests are scheduled for Tuesday, with Tchouaméni expected to return to Madrid on Wednesday.

This marks the first injury concern for Real Madrid during the international break. Tchouaméni had already missed the previous international window after recovering from a muscle injury sustained at the start of the season. Manager José Mourinho flagged after Madrid's win at Valencia that many players were physically at their limit, stating they needed rest due to extreme fatigue.