New York, June 2 -- Real Madrid and France midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni has dismissed reports of a serious fallout with club teammate Federico Valverde, stating that media coverage of the training-ground incident was greatly exaggerated and insisting that there are "absolutely no problems" between the two players and that both remain focused on winning titles for the club.

The French international clarified that reports suggesting a physical altercation between him and Valverde were inaccurate, adding that both players remain fully committed to helping Real Madrid return to winning ways after a disappointing campaign.

The controversy stemmed from incidents involving the two midfielders near the end of Real Madrid's trophyless season. ...