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How do player contracts work?
Footballers sign contracts with clubs, outlining their salary, duration, and other terms. Aurelien Tchouameni's contract until 2031 means Real Madrid has him tied down for a long time. If another club wants to sign a player under contract, they usually have to pay a transfer fee to the selling club, which can be very high for important players like Tchouameni.
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