Tchouaméni took a big stop

Published: January 11, 2024

By: Manu Tournoux

Before joining AS Monaco then Real Madrid, Aurélien Tchouaméni could have signed for FC Barcelona.

Transferred from Monaco to Real Madrid in the summer of 2022 for 80 million euros, Aurélien Tchouaméni could have experienced a completely different trajectory. As revealed by Bojan Krkic Sr., father of the former striker, in the columns of the Cadena SERthe French international could have joined FC Barcelona when he was still playing in Bordeaux.

“When I worked for Barca I made a negative report on him. What didn’t convince me was his ability to play in small spaces.”, confided Bojan Krkic Sr., who was at the time a scout for the Catalan club. The Blaugrana must bite their fingers today…

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.