Courtois reiterates desire to retire at Real Madrid: ‘My dream is to continue for 4 or 5 more years’

Courtois reiterates desire to retire at Real Madrid: ‘My dream is to continue for 4 or 5 more years’ Real Madrid have endured a difficult couple of seasons during which they have failed to win a single major trophy. Many of their superstars have failed to perform at the standard expected during that period, but one of the few players who have proven themselves reliable and consistent was Thibaut Courtois. The Belgian international, now one of the most senior members of the team, will look to lead the team back to success in the coming season under new manager Jose Mourinho. Courtois wants to retire at Real Madrid Currently at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Belgium, Courtois recently granted an interview to journalist Alberto Pereiro , during which he reaffirmed his desire to end his career at Real Madrid, after playing for another four of five years. Courtois wishes to retire at Real Madrid. (Photo by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images) “My dream is to continue for 4 or 5 more years at Madrid. I’ve been there for 8 years and I want to end my career there,” Courtois said. This was the second time in a couple of weeks that the 34-year-old shot-stopper had come out and stated his desire to retire at the Santiago Bernabeu . Courtois also revealed that he had already renewed his contract with Real Madrid last year without anybody noticing it, saying: “Last year I renewed and nobody noticed.” What about his international career? Meanwhile, Courtois also dropped a huge hint that his international career might be winding down. The 34-year-old, who returned to the Belgium setup under Rudi Garcia after his falling out with former manager Domenico Tedesco, confirmed that this might be his final World Cup. Courtois’ last World Cup? (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) “This might be my last World Cup,” he said. Courtois’ final World Cup with Belgium has been off to a disappointing start as they have played back-to-back draws against Egypt and Iran, with the goalkeeper managing a clean sheet in the latter contest . The Red Devils play New Zealand in their final Group G encounter hoping to secure a victory and qualify for the knockout stages. Courtois signed for Real Madrid back in 2018, arriving from Chelsea. Despite having had a rocky start, he has proven himself to be one of the best in the business. And whenever he decides to call time on his career, he will do so an absolute legend.