Real Madrid rule out the sale of 27-year-old star this summer – report

Real Madrid rule out the sale of 27-year-old star this summer – report Real Madrid veteran Thibaut Courtois is one of the best goalkeepers in world football, and it is close to impossible to dispute that fact. The Belgian star has been a mainstay for Real Madrid for a long time now and is currently one of the leaders of the dressing room. Heading into the new season, his age seems to be just a number and the player will remain the number one choice of the manager. If recent seasons have shown anything, however, it is that having a solid backup goalkeeper is essential. As Courtois ages, fitness no longer remains on his side and there are often situations where the club faces the need to have a reliable plan B. Andriy Lunin has been that player in recent years. Unwilling to sell As reported by  Defensa Central , Real Madrid currently have no intentions of parting ways with Andriy Lunin as they see him as essential to the club’s plans. Set to stay. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) The Merengues renewed his contract until 2030 quite recently, and did so because they see him as a key cog. He may not be a starter, but Real Madrid and Jose Mourinho agree that he will have key minutes next season. After all, Courtois has missed a staggering 26 games over the past two seasons – 15 in the 2024-25 season and 11 last season. In all those games, it is Lunin who has stood tall as a reliable force in goal. Real Madrid also maintain a cordial relationship with his agent Jorge Mendes which plays a role in the final decision. From the player’s perspective, he and his family are happy in Madrid and the 27-year-old has embraced the role of being a second-fiddle without any resistance. Courtois’ successor? Happy at Real Madrid. (Photo by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images) As matters stand, Courtois has only one year left on his contract. Given his age, assuming a departure at the end of it would not be far-fetched. In such a scenario, Lunin would undoubtedly be a candidate to carry on the Belgian star’s legacy although the club are currently not considering moving on from him just yet. As reported earlier today, Real Madrid are  likely negotiating a contract renewal  with their number one goalkeeper and hope for him to stick around for a little longer. That, however, will likely not have an effect on Lunin’s situation.