Jose Mourinho urges patience with Aurelien Tchouameni

Jose Mourinho has urged Real Madrid to be careful with Aurelien Tchouameni’s comeback, insisting that the midfielder should not be rushed back before he is fully ready.

The manager said the France international needs to finish his recovery properly rather than return too early and risk another setback.

Speaking at a press conference, Mourinho made clear that he wants to avoid a stop-start pattern in which the player comes in and out of the squad. He said the priority is to protect Tchouameni’s long-term fitness, even if that means waiting a little longer for his return.

The Real Madrid coach sounded calm rather than anxious, stressing that there is no benefit in forcing the issue at the start of the season. He wants the midfielder back only when the medical and physical signs are right, not simply because the team needs him immediately.

Mourinho’s comments reflect a cautious approach to managing an important player early in the campaign. For Madrid, that patience could pay off if Tchouaméni returns fully fit and avoids any further interruption to his season.