Thibaut Courtois is still injured and Real Madrid considers that the time has come to look for a future replacement. In this sense, Florentino Pérez beats Joan Laporta again. Both FC Barcelona and Real Madrid are looking for a future goalkeeper.
The situation of their current goalkeepers is worrying. Barcelona's Marc-André ter Stegen is dealing with a long-term injury, similar to the one suffered by Thibaut Courtois a year ago. Meanwhile, Thibaut Courtois, despite being Madrid's starting goalkeeper, is suffering from minor discomforts that could compromise his performance in the long term.
The New Thibaut Courtois: between Florentino and Laporta
Both clubs have set their sights on the same target: Joan García, the promising RCD Espanyol goalkeeper. At 23, Joan García has proven to be a viable option for the Spanish giants. His outstanding performance, especially at Santiago Bernabéu, where he made ten saves, have put his name on the radar of both teams.
Real Madrid, led by Florentino Pérez, has been working to renew the squad little by little. They have already strengthened up front and in midfield, but now it is crucial to address defense and goalkeeping. Courtois's situation has led the board to look for a long-term replacement. According to recent reports, Ancelotti has asked Pérez to seriously consider signing Joan García for January.
On the other hand, Barcelona has also shown interest in the perico [parakeet]as a possible replacement for Ter Stegen. President of the club Joan Laporta is aware that the goalkeeper needs a renewal, especially with the injury of his current starter. The competition between both clubs could intensify in the coming weeks.
Joan García's arrival at Real Madrid would have implications for Andriy Lunin, the current second-choice goalkeeper. Although the club is satisfied with Lunin's performance, the Ukrainian is looking for more playing time. He's already expressed his desire to leave last transfer market. If he joins Madrid, it is likely that Lunin will be forced to leave the club.
The battle is seen as a new chapter in the long-standing rivalry between Barcelona and Real Madrid. Both clubs are aware of the need to strengthen their goalkeeping positions, especially with their current goalkeepers facing injury and performance issues.
The interest in the Catalonian goalkeeper is a reflection of the constant search for young and promising talent in Spanish soccer. While the two LaLiga giants continue their battle for dominance on the field, the future of their goals is in the hands of this young goalkeeper. The outcome of this story could come in the next January transfer market, when the fates of Joan García and, potentially, Lunin are defined.