Contract talks until 2028 to renew Thibaut Courtois at Real Madrid

A batch of the 2018 summer recruit, Thibaut Courtois has served Real Madrid for a solid seven years and counting. During that period, he had to fight his way to become number one, with old solid Navas ahead of him in the pecking order during his early days. Seven years later, he’s considered the best goalkeeper in the world. His performances have not gone unnoticed, with the Merengues planning the perfect reward for him.

According to AS and confirmed by Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid are preparing a Renewal for Courtois. It’s a three year deal until 2028, which will see the Belgian turn 36 at the end of his contract.

Real Madrid maintains Courtois as the best in the world amidst new contract

At 33, Courtois is definitely going past his peak. However, the Merengues maintain the feeling that he’s the still the best in the business. Not just talk, the Belgian continues to prove himself day in day out.

Even in games where the team underperformed last season, Courtois was still regarded as a Diamond in the rough. For the club, he’s considered untouchable.

According to the source, only an official announcement is left. A deal is fully agreed between both parties, as it’s what both always wanted. Courtois has never conceded a second choice, Real Madrid is his only focus and suitors understood that long ago.

Courtois joins a list of players like Vinicius Jr and Raul Asencio who have committed to a new deal. The club is clearly preparing for its long term future, and are bent on securing their most valuable assets.

Real Madrid are already scouting for Courtois’ replacement with an option recently surfacing with a potential move for Donnarumma. The 26 year old is out of contract next summer, and is considering a new challenge. The Italian fancies a move to Bayern or Real Madrid, reports claim.

Another solid option is Lunin who has proved on multiple occasions he deserves a chance. As of now, he’s the most likely candidate to succeed the Belgian.