Fri Dec 06 23:10:08 UTC 2024: ## Real Madrid Midfielder to Start Despite Recent Criticism; Saudi Arabia’s Vinicius Pursuit Continues

**MADRID, SPAIN** – Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouameni will start against Girona on Saturday despite a lackluster performance in the midweek loss to Athletic Club. Despite recovering only one ball in 72 minutes against Athletic, manager Carlo Ancelotti continues to show faith in the Frenchman, who will hope to improve on his showing at a stadium where he previously scored his first goal for the club. Tchouameni’s form this season has been inconsistent, raising questions about his long-term role within the team, particularly with the departure of Toni Kroos.

Meanwhile, speculation continues around the future of Vinicius Junior. While his importance to Real Madrid remains high, despite the arrival of Kylian Mbappé, the Brazilian star has faced racial abuse and a Ballon d’Or snub, impacting his mental state. Reports suggest that Saudi Arabia remains persistent in its pursuit of Vinicius, having made a significant offer in the summer that, while rejected, reportedly affected his focus. This ongoing interest from Saudi Arabia casts further uncertainty on his future at the Bernabéu.

Other Real Madrid news includes:

* **Bayern Munich star’s agent is reportedly upset with the club over renewal talks and will meet with Real Madrid representatives in January.** This suggests a potential transfer could be on the cards.
* **The national team coach has voiced his support for Real Madrid prodigy Arda Güler, advocating for increased playing time.**
* **Real Madrid is reportedly considering a €40 million bid for Liverpool midfielder (player name not specified in source text).**
* **A Girona defender has expressed admiration for a veteran Real Madrid player (player name not specified in source text).**

The article also details potential Real Madrid lineups for upcoming matches against Athletic Club and Getafe, along with analyses of recent performances and injury concerns affecting the team.

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