Federico Valverde, Real Madrid midfielder, has made a statement following reports of a confrontation with teammate Aurélien Camavinga.
Federico Valverde, the Uruguayan midfielder for the "Los Blancos" Real Madrid, confirmed that he did not physically fight with Aurélien Camavinga, his teammate, contrary to rumors circulating. They only argued due to pressure from the team's performance before he accidentally hit his head on a table, causing a cut on his forehead.
"Yesterday, I had a clash with a teammate during training. Fatigue from competition and frustration made the situation escalate."
"In the locker room, these things can happen and are usually resolved internally without being made public."
"Obviously, someone leaked rumors. In a season when Real Madrid won no titles and is constantly under scrutiny, everything gets exaggerated."
"Today, we disagreed again during an argument, and I accidentally hit a table, causing a small cut on my forehead. I had to get checked at the hospital."
"My teammate did not harm me, nor did I harm him."
"I feel that my anger stemmed from the situation and frustration seeing some of us struggling to get through the end of the season, which led to the argument with my teammate."
"I apologize, I truly apologize because this situation has caused me pain. The time we are going through is very painful."
"Real Madrid is one of the most important things in my life, and I cannot ignore that. The consequences are a buildup of issues that ended in a senseless quarrel, damaging my image and raising doubts that may worsen the situation."
"I did not intend to speak until the season ended. We were eliminated from the Champions League, and I kept my anger and dissatisfaction to myself."
"We lost another year, and I was not ready to post on social media when the only expression I should show is my performance on the pitch. I feel that is what I must do. That is why I am most sorry and hurt to face this situation that prevents me from playing in the next match due to medical decisions."
"I have always given my all, to the utmost, and being unable to do so anymore hurts me more than anyone. I am ready to cooperate with the club and my teammates in any decisions they see fit. Thank you."