The 3 options for Real Madrid to replace Courtois

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Thibaut Courtois, a 34-year-old goalkeeper, is in the latest news of Real Madrid as he is close to extending his contract with the club until June 2028, but the club is already considering possible replacements for when his time ends. Diogo Costa, David Raya, and Guillaume Restes appear among the top three candidates to take over the Santiago Bernabéu goal in the medium term.

The Madrid sports management wants to prepare for the Belgian goalkeeper's succession without rushing his exit. Courtois retains his starting position, and his continuity would allow the club about two seasons to evaluate alternatives before facing a potential investment.

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Thibaut Courtois will renew as Real Madrid prepares for his succession

Negotiations to extend Thibaut Courtois' contract have progressed over the past few weeks. The goalkeeper currently has a deal until 2027, but both parties are close to adding an extra season, until June 30, 2028.

The Belgian remains the top choice for the Real Madrid goal. In the first eight games of the 2026/27 season, he faced 37 shots on goal, recorded a 76% save rate, and conceded nine goals, figures reflecting his contribution to the team.

However, Courtois will be 36 years old at the end of a potential new contract. Therefore, Real Madrid is considering different options to ensure continuity in a position the Belgian international has held since 2018. Courtois is clear that he is not leaving Real Madrid.

Diogo Costa and David Raya, the priciest options to replace Courtois

Diogo Costa, a 26-year-old Portuguese goalkeeper, has long been linked with the Whites. He currently plays for Oporto, with a contract until June 2030 and a €60 million buyout clause.

The Spanish club may consider a deal ranging from €40 to 50 million, although this valuation is not a formal offer. His experience with Portugal and ability in ball distribution favor his candidacy.

The second candidate is David Raya, a 31-year-old Spanish goalkeeper who plays for Arsenal. His signing faces more challenges due to his importance in Mikel Arteta's team.

Raya is under contract until 2028, and a potential transfer could exceed €50 million. His Premier League experience and involvement in building play from the back justify his presence among the considered options.

Guillaume Restes, the future alternative for the Madrid goal

The third option is Guillaume Restes, a 21-year-old French goalkeeper who plays for Toulouse. His profile represents a different choice compared to Costa and Raya, mainly due to his age and potential for growth.

Restes is under contract until June 2028, with an estimated value close to €19 million. In the 2025/26 season, he played 33 matches in Ligue 1 and kept a clean sheet on 10 occasions.

His addition would allow the Madrid team to sign a young goalkeeper before his value rises, although it means banking on a player with less international experience than the other candidates.

There are currently no formal offers for the three goalkeepers. The immediate priority will be to finalize Thibaut Courtois' contract extension until 2028, while the sports management continues to assess the costs and availability of potential replacements for the upcoming transfer windows.

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