United puts $90M on the table for a key starter, it's not Rodrygo

Real Madrid has several open fronts in the market that it's trying to solve these days. It's true that they prefer to focus on the Club World Cup, whose semifinals they play this Wednesday. However, they're aware that it won't be easy, so they don't lose sight of some operations.

Especially because there are teams like Manchester United that seem ready to go all in. They're preparing an offer of €90 million for a key Real Madrid starter, and this time it's not Rodrygo. Instead, they've set their sights on Tchouaméni, who's on their radar.

It's not the first time the Red Devils have targeted Tchouaméni to strengthen their midfield. Aware that Casemiro is already 33 years old, they're looking for a possible replacement. They've seen a good opportunity in the Frenchman to find the ideal candidate.

However, it doesn't seem that Real Madrid will accept that €90 million offer they've received. Right now, he's an undisputed starter for Xabi Alonso and he doesn't want to lose his only holding midfielder. So Manchester United's attempt has very little chance of succeeding.

Tchouaméni is a key player in Xabi Alonso's play style

Last season, Tchouaméni didn't get off to a good start, especially when he had to play as a center-back. Even booed by Bernabéu, it seemed his name would be on the market. However, little by little, he turned the situation around and as a holding midfielder, he was one of the team's best.

He's kept up that level in the Club World Cup, and Xabi Alonso has known how to take advantage of it. With the Frenchman, he's been able to change the tactical setup even during matches.

Whether as a holding midfielder or as a third center-back, we've seen Tchouaméni adapt to the moment. He's doing it at a high level, making it clear that he's stepped up in recent months. The doubts about his continuity have faded, and not even Manchester United's €90 million offer seems to threaten him.