Real Madrid identify €50m goalkeeper to replace Thibaut Courtois

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Phil Costa·23 October 2019

Real Madrid identify €50m goalkeeper to replace Thibaut Courtois

Real Madrid have reportedly identified Athletic Club goalkeeper Unai Simon as a potential replacement for Thibaut Courtois.

Courtois established himself as number one following the summer departure of Keylor Navas, but continues to underwhelm in goal after a number of mistakes.

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According to El Desmarque, Madrid scouts have already watched Simon on ‘several occasions’ this season with a view to signing him next summer.

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The 22-year-old has usurped Iago Herrerin as first choice at San Mamés and is said to have a €50m release clause in his current deal.

Alphonse Areola – who was brought to Madrid as part of the Navas deal – will return to PSG at the end of the season.

Tottenham have also expressed an interest following the injury and decline of Hugo Lloris.