Tchouaméni returns as Real Madrid include him for Inter

Real Madrid’s midfield situation looks less bleak ahead of their Champions League opener. According to Mundo Deportivo, the squad had to deal with key suspensions for the match, but the picture improves with the confirmed return of Tchouaméni.

French midfielder back

As the outlet reports, Tchouaméni returned to group training in the final session before the game, alongside Thiago Pitarch and Endrick, and they will be part of the squad. The one lingering question is whether Mourinho will start any of them: for the French midfielder, it’s been since July 14—when he played the World Cup semifinal against Spain.

More options for Mourinho

That recovery gives Mourinho more room to tweak the midfield setup for a tough match against Inter Milan. The coach may either throw one of the returning players into the starting XI or adjust the plan to compensate depending on how the match unfolds.

Injuries still matter

Mundo Deportivo also notes that, aside from long-term injuries to Asencio, Mendy, Militao and Rodrygo, Real Madrid largely have their main options available. Cucurella, meanwhile, is fully back after being substituted late in the previous league match.