Raul Asencio’s recent rise to prominence at Real Madrid is shaping up to be a story that fans will talk about for years. His emergence has proven to be particularly significant for Aurelien Tchouameni.
According to a report from MARCA, Asencio’s growing role in the defence will free Tchouameni from having to step into the centre-back position.
Over the past few weeks, Asencio has firmly established himself as a vital player for Carlo Ancelotti’s side.
His contributions in the backline have been a huge relief for the manager, especially during a challenging period when Tchouameni is unavailable.
His emergence will now allow Ancelotti to restore Tchouameni to his natural role as a defensive midfielder—a position where the Frenchman’s abilities are most needed right now.
With this shift, the team’s midfield has regained some much-needed strength and stability.
Tchouameni is back in training
Tchouameni has already resumed group training and is steadily working towards making his return to competitive action.
If things go as planned, he could be included in the squad for the upcoming match against Athletic Club—a significant boost for both the player and the team.
Asencio’s emergence has been crucial in filling the gap left by Eduardo Camavinga’s absence. Without him, Real Madrid would have faced a difficult dilemma.
Ancelotti would have had to juggle not only the midfield but also find a reliable partner for Antonio Rudiger in central defence.
This scenario would likely have forced Tchouameni to continue as a makeshift centre-back, leaving the midfield without a natural pivot—a key role in Ancelotti’s system.
Thanks to Asencio, Real Madrid can now field a balanced side. His performances ensure that the defence is well-covered alongside Rudiger, while Tchouameni can take charge of the pivotal midfield role.
This has not only resolved a potential crisis but also provided the team with the stability they desperately need during this challenging phase of the season.
