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The injury sustained by Thibaut Courtois did not have the effect of derailing Real Madrid’s season in the way that was predicted.
In spite of the fact that many people believed that the club had reached its breaking point after losing the finest goalie in the world, they were able to find capable resources in Andriy Lunin and Kepa Arrizabalaga to fill the gaping emptiness.
Despite the fact that there are two goalkeepers who are now doing well, there is a great deal of uncertainty over the future of the goalkeeping position.
When everything is said and done, there is no predetermined timetable for Courtois’s comeback, and there is no assurance about the fates of Kepa or Lunin.
The quest is on.
According to the most recent information provided by MACA, Real Madrid is keeping a close watch on the transfer market in order to acquire a new goalkeeper.
Despite the fact that the decision about whether or not a deal will be made has not yet been decided, the scouts are still searching for viable prospective targets.
Kepa was Ancelotti’s unquestioned starter for the most of the season, but he fell out of favor after suffering an injury in the days leading up to the match against Braga in the Champions League. At the conclusion of his time at Chelsea, it is quite probable that he will return to the club.
In the meanwhile, Lunin is under contract until 2025, and Real Madrid will consider it a mutually beneficial decision to sell him this summer if he does not choose to extend his contract.
After a remarkable season, there is a significant possibility that he will decline the offer to continue remaining in Courtois’ shadow. This raises severe concerns about his continuity.
In addition, neither player has been able to persuade anybody that they are capable of serving as a long-term successor for Courtois, who is past the age of 31.
The course of study choice
Regarding the third in-house option in Madrid, the Spanish media mentions Fran Gonzalez as a potential candidate. The goalie for Castilla, who is just 18 years old, has garnered the attention of the first-team management as a particular potential and is making significant progress in his career.
Despite the fact that he is still relatively young to take over as Courtois’ deputy for the next season, he is a strong contender to take over in the long run.
The Uruguayan prospect Randall Rodriguez is another player whom the club is keeping an eye on. Rodriguez is seen to be a possible long-term replacement to Courtois inside the club.
It should go without saying that Real Madrid’s choice about a new signing will also be heavily influenced by Gonzalez’s development and the quality of his play.
