Key Takeaways:
- Aurelien Tchouameni inaugurated a stadium named after himself in Artigues-pres-Bordeaux, his hometown, this year
- He has consistently started for Real Madrid, thriving in both midfield and defensive positions under Xabi Alonso’s management
- Tchouameni now rejoins Real Madrid as they prepare for their upcoming league fixture against Real Sociedad, followed by a Champions League match versus Marseille on September 17
Growing Influence: Tchouameni’s Transition Under Alonso
Aurelien Tchouameni, the 25-year-old French international, has expressed his satisfaction with the changes introduced by current Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso. Having developed as a footballer in Bordeaux, Tchouameni recently celebrated an important personal milestone by opening a football stadium bearing his name in Artigues-pres-Bordeaux, the area where he grew up.
Now an established starter for Los Blancos, Tchouameni has enjoyed increased responsibilities under Alonso, a contrast to his initial tenure where consistent starting opportunities were not always the norm for every player at the club. The Frenchman acknowledged that 2025 has marked a period of growth for him, extending from his time under Carlo Ancelotti to his adaptation to Alonso’s evolving tactical demands.
🗣️ Aurélien Tchouaméni: “I’m happy with Xabi Alonso, things are going well, he has new ideas for me and the team.
But I think things have gone much better for me since the start of 2025, and I was already feeling good under Carlo Ancelotti.” @marca pic.twitter.com/LlNukRyPYY
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) September 10, 2025
Versatility at the Heart of Madrid’s Midfield
Since assuming his new role, Tchouameni has featured both as a central defensive midfielder and as a centre-back, demonstrating flexibility and reliability across multiple positions as required by the team’s tactical structure. Xabi Alonso, in recent interviews, has described Tchouameni as a “key pillar” within the side, praising his influence and the ability to perform effectively in various capacities during different match scenarios.
Player Reflections: Tchouameni on Progress and Team Ambitions
In a recent conversation with Marca, Tchouameni reviewed the impact of Alonso’s guidance on his development, stating: “I’m happy with him, to be honest. It’s true that things are going well for me with the coach and that he has new ideas for me and the team, but I think things have gone much better for me since the start of 2025, and I was already feeling good under Carlo. In any case, the idea now is to focus on each game, help my teammates, and continue to grow.”
Looking Ahead: Upcoming Fixtures for Madrid
Now that the international break has concluded, Tchouameni returns to join his Real Madrid colleagues at Valdebebas, the club’s training centre. The squad, under Alonso’s leadership, is preparing to face Real Sociedad in the next league fixture, before turning their attention to the commencement of this season’s Champions League campaign against Marseille on September 17.
