Real Madrid have remained confident in winning the race to sign Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni this summer, according to a report.
The 22-year-old has impressed for his side in France since joining the club from Bordeaux for around £18m in January 2020.
Due to his form, a number of top European clubs have been linked with the Frenchman's signature, but despite reported interest from the likes of Liverpool and Chelsea, Real believe they remain the front runners according to AS.
The report also outlines how Los Blancos believe they have made progress in discussions surrounding a potential deal, despite a fee not yet being agreed.
Monaco are believed to value their man at more than £50m, with former club Bordeaux set to receive 20 percent of any future sell-on fee.
Tchouameni has made 29 Ligue 1 appearances so far this campaign, scoring one goal, and has gone on to make eight appearances for the French national team after making his international debut in September 2021.
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