Real Madrid opts against new goalkeeper after Courtois injury, backs existing squad

Real Madrid has decided not to sign a new goalkeeper following Thibaut Courtois's injury during the 2026 World Cup, relying on its current goalkeepers and young prospects.

• Real Madrid has decided not to sign a new goalkeeper after Courtois’s injury, expressing confidence in Courtois and Andriy Lunin, whose contract runs until 2030.
• The club plans to extend Courtois’s contract, which expires in June 2027, expecting him to recover in time for the new La Liga season.
• Real Madrid is considering loaning young goalkeeper Fran González to give him regular playing time and experience.
• The club will promote goalkeeper Javi Navarro to Real Madrid Castilla after he won the European Under-19 Championship with Spain.