Real Madrid scouted by Gregor Kobel as Courtois' successor

In recent weeks, Borussia Dortmund has offered Swiss goalkeeper Gregor Kobel to Real Madrid, which sees him as a possible successor to Thibaut Courtois at the Bernabéu, although the club still retains confidence in the Belgian and has already presented him with a proposal until 2028.

Diário As confirmed that Borussia Dortmund put Kobel on Real Madrid's radar in recent weeks. The Spanish club considers the Swiss a viable candidate to replace Courtois when the time comes.

The club has also been analysing other goalkeepers for a possible succession of Courtois, keeping market options open. This strategy reflects the intention to ensure continuity in the position even after the Belgian's renewal.

Second goalkeeper and possible negotiations

Andriy Lunin remains Real Madrid's second goalkeeper, but the club is already assessing his departure in one of the upcoming transfer windows. The Ukrainian could be transferred to make room for the eventual new starter.

Gregor Kobel is 28 years old and is tied to Borussia Dortmund by contract until 2028. The German joined the club in 2021, coming from Stuttgart, and has already accumulated five matches played this season.

Borussia Dortmund has kept Kobel as a starter, but Real Madrid's interest shows that the Spanish club closely monitors the Swiss goalkeeper's performance. According to Rede, the Madrid board has been analysing other names, but Kobel stands out in the succession plan.

José Mourinho, Real Madrid's manager, is directly involved in monitoring Kobel, as indicated by press reports. Meanwhile, Courtois's renewal proposal reinforces the strategy of a gradual transition in the defensive department.