Thomas Tuchel plays with Real Madrid's nerves!

Real Madrid narrowly avoided disaster during the international break, but one issue is causing internal frustration: Jude Bellingham. Called up by Thomas Tuchel for the friendly matches, the English midfielder ultimately didn’t play a single minute.

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A management style that goes down badly in Madrid

Within the Madrid camp, this situation is met with confusion. The player, only just back from a muscle injury, would have benefited from game time rather than what the club considers a pointless trip. This approach is being called into question with major fixtures looming.

Just days before a crucial double-header against Bayern, the Merengues feel this call-up did nothing for their player. Thomas Tuchel’s decision is already fueling tensions between club and national team.

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