Real Madrid ‘discuss’ with Monaco to sign Man United and Chelsea target Aurelien Tchouameni

Real Madrid have stepped up their interest in Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, according to reports.

Los Blancos are longtime admirers of the 22-year-old, who is also being watched by Manchester United and Chelsea.

Tchouameni’s contract with Monaco runs until 2024, but he is open to leaving to join one of Europe’s elite clubs.

Brand reported that Real Madrid chief scout Juni Calafat visited the principality this week ‘to talk’ with the Frenchman’s representatives over a potential deal.

The Spanish outlet add that the Ligue 1 side have confirmed Tchouameni’s price tag between €80m (£66.5m) and €100m (£83m).

Despite interest from Real Madrid, the report claims Chelsea and Manchester United are still leading the race for the midfielder and the Blues have already made contact with his agent Jonathan Kebe.

Tchouameni made his France debut last year and helped his country win the Nations League

Chelsea reportedly contact midfielder’s agent over potential transfer

Named Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year in 2020/21, Tchouameni has made 31 appearances in all competitions for Monaco this season and scored two goals.

The 22-year-old made his senior debut for the France team in September last year and picked up a Nations League winners’ medal the following month.

Paris Saint-Germain are also reportedly interested in signing him, but are expected to prioritize a move for Paul Pogba.