Jose Mourinho sees Real Madrid midfielder as the ideal leader following renewal agreement

Jose Mourinho sees Real Madrid midfielder as the ideal leader following renewal agreement Real Madrid have some important decisions to make heading into the new season, including finding an ideal captain who can fill in the shoes of Dani Carvajal. The Spanish giants have already made a crucial decision it seems, with reports suggesting that the club are set to renew the contract of Aurelien Tchouameni, amid interest from Manchester United. The Frenchman is set to sign a long-term deal at the club , which could provide a slight into regarding Real Madrid’s plans for leadership. Mourinho sees Tchouameni as a leader Tchouameni has impressed for France. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images) According to AS , Jose Mourinho sees Tchouameni as one of the best leaders in the team, heading into the new season. This is quite significant as it comes against the backdrop of his imminent renewal that should seal the player’s long-term future at the club. This is coupled with the fact that Real Madrid have started growing doubts over Federico Valverde’s leadership qualities. The Uruguayan international was widely believed as the leading candidate to become Real Madrid’s next captain. But his rebellion against Xabi Alonso and later, Marcelo Bielsa in the Uruguay team, hasn’t made the best impression at the club. The elephant in the room Tchouameni picked up a knock before the Paraguay clash. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images) Most importantly, we must address the elephant in the room, as Tchouameni and Valverde were involved in a dressing-room bust up during the end of last season. The altercation between the two led to Valverde being hospitalised and it wasn’t good PR for a Real Madrid team that was struggling at the time. Choosing Tchouameni as the next leader, ahead of Valverde, could certainly lead to an awkward situation between the two players. The French international has produced consistent performances for Real Madrid and the national team whenever fit and available. Everything suggests Tchouameni will only grow from here, especially under the leadership of Mourinho, who can often bring the best out of players that have a winning mentality.