Thibaut Courtois agrees to contract extension with Real Madrid

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has reached an agreement to extend his contract with the club. The 34-year-old veteran will remain at the Bernabeu through at least the summer of 2028. This deal comes as part of a broader push by the club to finalize renewals for core first-team members, following recent contract agreements for Arda Guler and ongoing negotiations with Jude Bellingham. Courtois, who joined Real Madrid in 2018, has recorded 338 appearances and continues to serve as a primary defensive pillar under manager Jose Mourinho. While the club views Javi Navarro as the long-term successor for the position, the extension ensures continuity for the immediate future. The announcement follows a productive week for the team, which included a 2-1 victory over Inter Milan in their opening Champions League match of the 2026-27 season.

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