Mourinho believes this omission is highly beneficial for Real Madrid, as it gives Tchouameni the chance to rest and recover properly without the physical demands of international fixtures.
Mourinho added: “The national team manager let him know that he was counting on him for the future and they agreed on this decision which, for us, is a privilege. Because after the derby, he will have his days off and will be able to come back stronger.” This mutual understanding guarantees that Tchouameni will remain an important part of the national team setup moving forward.