Real Madrid has a serious problem with their goalkeeping for the always challenging match against Valencia. Just over 24 hours before the match corresponding to the 30th round of LaLiga, it is not clear who will be the starter at Santiago Bernabéu. The known issues with Courtois have now been joined by a micro-tear in the right soleus of Andriy Lunin, which puts his presence against the chés at risk.
Neither Courtois nor Lunin: Surprise Goalkeeper for Real Madrid-Valencia
At this time, it is not clear what will happen in the match between Real Madrid and Valencia, although there is an alternative that is gaining a lot of traction. With Courtois ruled out for this match and Lunin in serious doubt, the main option is the youth player Fran González, the first team's third goalkeeper... who could have his first start with the "seniors".
This is the information revealed by AS; indicating that "it is still not certain" what will happen in the Real Madrid-Valencia. Everything will depend on Lunin's condition, who will be pampered until the last moment. In the event that the Ukrainian is in condition and can play, he will start instead of Fran González. But with everything coming up, they don't want to force him, and there is maximum confidence in the youth player.
Courtois is being pampered and taken care of for the Emirates, a key match for Real Madrid. He will not play against Valencia, and everything will depend on Lunin, who is still in a lot of pain. The training session before the match will be crucial, where Ancelotti will closely monitor his condition and make a decision.
Fran González: The Youth Player Who Could Debut in Real Madrid-Valencia
At 19 years old, Fran González could have his first opportunity with Real Madrid. He is a goalkeeper in whom there are high hopes, with a lot of future ahead. He is almost 6 ft. 7 in. tall (2 meters), and the confidence in the Castilla "giant" is total.
In the event that neither Courtois nor Lunin makes it to this match against Valencia, Fran González will be the chosen one. The decision has been made by Ancelotti, who has him as the third in command in Real Madrid's goalkeeping.