Real Madrid targets Brighton goalkeeper as long-term Courtois successor
The Spanish giants are scouting Bart Verbruggen as they look beyond Andriy Lunin for the future of their goalkeeping position.
🌍Світовий футболPhoto: Sport-Express
Key points
- Bart Verbruggen identified as a future Real Madrid target
- Real Madrid seeks a long-term replacement for Courtois
- Lunin remains under contract until 2030 but is not considered the long-term number one
Real Madrid is actively planning for the future as the club looks for a long-term successor to Thibaut Courtois. According to reports from Albat, the Madrid side has identified Brighton and Netherlands goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen as a primary target.
Despite Andriy Lunin's consistent performances whenever called upon, the club’s hierarchy reportedly does not view the Ukrainian as the long-term solution for the starting role. Management believes the team requires a goalkeeper with greater international potential to secure the position for the coming years.
Lunin, currently serving as the backup, has made only one official appearance this season, featuring in the 2-1 victory over Barcelona. Throughout his tenure at the club, the 27-year-old has played 75 matches, keeping 23 clean sheets. His current contract runs until June 2030.
There are no reports of formal negotiations with Brighton or specific transfer fees at this stage. Real Madrid continues to evaluate various options as they look to build a squad for the future beyond Courtois' tenure.
Source Sport-Express — sport-express.ua/football/50319-lunin-ne-perekonav-kerivnictvo-reala-ma… ↗
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