Real Madrid have placed Gianluigi Donnarumma, PSG’s and Italy’s first goalkeeper, high on their long-term search list for goalkeeping reinforcements. According to the latest reports, the goalkeeper’s representatives have offered him to the Spanish giants with a view to the 2026 season, as Madrid see a need for a future replacement for Thibaut Courtois.
Real Madrid continue to have full confidence in Thibaut Courtois, who will soon renew his contract and maintain his top level. But the club is aware of the need for long-term planning and wants a worthy successor when the Belgian either retires or his form fails.
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Andrij Lunin has been a regular reserve, but his future at the club is uncertain, and he could disappear this summer to secure more playing time.
26-year-old Donnarumma, with an impressive track record in top European football, fits perfectly in Madrid’s search profile:
- Top international experience
- Shown leadership
- Proven ability to perform in big games
With a contract until June 2026 at PSG and no signs of an extension, Donnarumma’s team have now explored Madrid’s interest.
Negotiation Dynamics
The offer comes at a strategic time for Real Madrid, who are considering both short-term and medium-term solutions in the goalkeeper position. Donnarumma’s representatives have proposed a transfer in the summer of 2026 at the end of the contract, but open to an earlier move if the conditions are right.
Donnarumma’s career path
Although Donnarumma has expressed satisfaction in Paris, he is open to new challenges. Bayern Munich have also shown interest, but Manuel Neuer’s place as the first goalkeeper makes the German transfer difficult.
A halt in negotiations with PSG due to salary discussions increases the likelihood that the Italian will look for new opportunities. Real Madrid are monitoring the situation closely and could make a concrete offer if the timing is right.
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Key Points:
- Donnarumma is ready for a new challenge from 2026
- Real Madrid want long-term solution after Courtois
- PSG’s difficult contract negotiations pave the way for exit
- Bayern also interested, but Neuer is the main obstacle
