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Real Madrid plans goalkeeping strategy after Courtois injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 6:45 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Real Madrid plans goalkeeping strategy after Courtois injury

Summary

Real Madrid will not pursue a goalkeeper in the transfer market following Thibaut Courtois' injury. The club is confident in its current roster, which includes backup Andriy Lunin and academy prospects Fran Gonzalez and Javi Navarro. Courtois' injury is not serious, and he is expected to recover in time for the La Liga season. The club aims to extend his contract, demonstrating their ongoing faith in his contributions. Real Madrid is also evaluating loan options for Gonzalez to enhance his development.

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•Courtois sustained a minor injury during the World Cup.
•Lunin is contracted until 2030 and viewed as an ideal backup.
•Real Madrid plans to extend Courtois' contract, which ends in June 2027.
•The club is seeking a loan opportunity for academy keeper Fran Gonzalez.
•Javi Navarro is expected to play for Real Madrid Castilla next season.

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6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid’s plans for the goalkeeping department following Courtois injury blow – report

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Despite the injury blow sustained by first-choice custodian Thibaut Courtois, Real Madrid have no intention of entering the transfer market for a goalkeeper, reports AS.The Spanish capital giants beli...
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