Chelsea and Liverpool have been handed a boost in the race for Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni after Real Madrid reportedly decided to postpone their pursuit of the youngster. Madrid had previously been reported as the Frenchman's most likely destination but that now appears to have changed.
Tchouameni has been in outstanding form for Monaco in Ligue 1 this season, with the defensive midfielder also providing three goals. Thomas Tuchel is eager to bolster his midfield unit, with both N'Golo Kante and Jorginho set to enter the final years of their respective contracts.
The 22-year-old has also started and played the full 90 minutes of three of France's last five international games and looks set to play a role in the upcoming World Cup for Didier Deschamp's side. One person he has impressed in the process is international teammate and Manchester United man Paul Pogba.
