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MADRID UNIVERSAL
Journalist Jose Felix Diaz has revealed through MARCA that Real Madrid have set a price tag of €30 million for Andriy Lunin.
It is no secret that Lunin’s future at Real Madrid is hanging by a thread, yet the Spanish giants are firm about not selling him cheaply and they have informed this agent Jorge Mendes that the interested clubs must shell out €30 million to sign him.
Lunin, who played a crucial role in Real Madrid’s recent Champions League campaign, finds himself at a crossroads. With just one year left on his contract, he is eager to leave and become a first-choice goalkeeper elsewhere.
However, despite receiving offers, Real Madrid’s high asking price might pose a challenge for potential suitors.
Lunin wants a resolution
At present, Lunin is determined to step out of Thibaut Courtois’ shadow and is exploring various options. Several Premier League teams have expressed interest, including Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool.
In Madrid, there is no rush to resolve Lunin’s situation. The club is aware that he could choose to run down his contract and leave for free next year.
For now, no official offer has been compelling enough, and Lunin has started preseason training, hoping for more clarity in the coming weeks.
It is evident that at Real Madrid, his playing time would be limited to Copa del Rey matches unless Courtois faces another injury.
Real Madrid have a Plan B
Real Madrid’s strategy is to sell Lunin and invest minimally in his replacement. Their plan is to bring back Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan from Chelsea, avoiding the need to sign a young goalkeeper.
Kepa, who has turned down a lucrative offer from the Saudi League, is keen on returning to Real Madrid and has made this clear to those interested in his services.
Meanwhile, Carlo Ancelotti remains calm, knowing that Courtois is back in top form after recovering from two surgeries.
As for Kepa, his situation has evolved since leaving Real Madrid at the end of last season. What once seemed like a distant dream is now within reach, and Kepa is eager to rejoin the club where he left a positive impression with his professionalism and camaraderie.
The next few days could bring significant developments, with Kepa potentially returning to Real Madrid to fill Lunin’s shoes.
As the preseason progresses, both Lunin and Kepa’s futures will become clearer, shaping the goalkeeping landscape at Real Madrid for the upcoming season.