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Donnarumma emerges as Courtois's heir, call to Florentino Pérez

The Italian goalkeeper is getting closer to signing for Real Madrid as an alternative to the Belgian

The latest reports indicate that Real Madrid will sign Courtois's contract renewal this summer. The plan is to present him with an offer next month, most likely after the Club World Cup ends. It seems clear that there won't be any problem reaching an agreement.

However, we're already talking about a veteran goalkeeper, so it's necessary to consider his possible replacement. Lunin is the backup at Real Madrid, but he could leave this summer to get more playing time. That means Bernabéu are looking for a replacement for the Belgian who can take over his position.

A soccer goalkeeper in a yellow uniform clapping on the field.
Courtois applauds during a match | Real Madrid Confidencial

Donnarumma's name, the recent Champions League winner, has entered the rumor mill. In recent days, people have started talking about his possible arrival at the white club. Meanwhile, from Italy, they've opened up the possibility that he could end up joining Real Madrid's ranks.

It was Gazzetta dello Sport that reported Donnarumma's intentions for this summer. He welcomes a possible call from Florentino to sign for the whites. Above all, because it would mean a new challenge for him in a different league that he hasn't tried.

Donnarumma's agent heats up the atmosphere with Real Madrid

Donnarumma's contract ends in 2026 and he still hasn't reached a renewal agreement with PSG. That has led to speculation about his possible departure this summer. One of the possibilities was that he could return to Serie A, where he already played with Milan.

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Donnarumma trying to make a save | Real Madrid Confidencial

"There are no open doors in Italy and I don't even think it's the right time to return," said Enzo Raiola. The Italian goalkeeper's agent doesn't see him in Serie A, but he hasn't spoken about other destinations. So he doesn't rule out Real Madrid for this summer.

With those words and only talking about ruling out a return to Italy, the signing for Madrid is heating up. There are options, although that will depend on what happens with his renewal with PSG. The Parisians aren't considering negotiating with the whites under any circumstances.

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