Real Madrid have decided to keep midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni beyond this summer despite interest from Liverpool and Manchester United.
The Sun UK reports that Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho views the France international as a key part of his plans for next season.
The Portuguese is ready to hand Tchouameni a guaranteed starting spot next season.
Meanwhile, in another development,
Manchester United have decided to step up their interest in Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi.
The Red Devils are making further checks on the 18-year-old in a bid to bring him to Old Trafford.
Michael Carrick’s side will have to battle Arsenal and Real Madrid, who are also keen on Bouaddi, and Lille could demand between £60 million for their player.
