Tchouaméni hasn't responded as expected and the reality is that Real Madrid are starting to think about finding a possible replacement for him. Florentino Pérez has set to work to find a pivot for the future, different from Aurélien.
'Tuttosport' has revealed in Italy that the chosen one is Samuele Ricci, Torino's midfielder. At 23 years old, he has caught the attention of several European giants, including Real Madrid. Florentino Pérez doesn't want to lose track of him and has even sent several scouts to try to get the best possible reports on him.
The main problem is that Real Madrid are not alone in the race for Samuele Ricci. Guardiola also wants him for Manchester City, and he is going all out. Following Rodri's injury, the coach has asked for the transfer of a new pivot for the January market and Florentino is clear that he will not enter into auctions.
Speaking about Samuele Ricci with Ancelotti, the Italian has given his full approval to the transfer of his compatriot. He likes him and he fits in well with Madrid , but he knows that he will have to do very well to take the place of Tchouaméni, a player he really likes.
Tchouaméni is in doubt
This sudden interest in transfer Samuele Ricci is not surprising. Real Madrid have many doubts about Tchouaméni: he hasn't been slow to perform as expected and Florentino Pérez is keen to find a replacement.
Tchouaméni cost 80+20 million euros and hasn't fully met expectations. Criticism is growing and the president of Real Madrid is interested in another midfielder profile.
Samuele Ricci fits the profile of the pivot that Florentino Pérez is looking for: young, with good ball handling and the ability to move it around. This is precisely what Tchouaméni is lacking, as he is greatly hampered by his problems with the ball.
If Real Madrid decide to replace Tchouaméni with Samuele Ricci, it seems that his price will rise to 40 or 50 million euros. He will not be cheap, especially with Guardiola lurking behind.