Real Madrid’s Valverde hospitalised with head injury after Tchouameni fight

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde was hospitalized with a head injury following a dressing room altercation with teammate Aurelien Tchouameni. The incident occurred at the club's training ground the day after an earlier clash between the two players. Valverde sustained a head trauma and has been sidelined for 10-14 days. Real Madrid has confirmed the injury and stated Valverde is recovering at home. The club has also opened disciplinary proceedings against both players. This incident adds to Real Madrid's turbulent season ahead of El Clasico.

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde sustained a head injury, diagnosed as cranioencephalic trauma, after an argument with teammate Aurélien Tchouaméni in the dressing room. Valverde stated the injury, a cut on his forehead, was accidental and occurred when he hit a table, denying any physical altercation between the players. The incident, which happened on Thursday, will sideline Valverde for 10-14 days, causing him to miss the upcoming match against Barcelona. Real Madrid has initiated disciplinary proceedings against both players. Valverde expressed regret for the argument, attributing it to frustration over the team's performance, and apologized for the incident and the resulting speculation.