At Real Madrid, a sense of unease has been lingering for days. There is a player who has proven to be the cornerstone of the team, but the question remains: can the team maintain its strength without him?
After a period of silence, the light is beginning to shine, as it is clear that the current duo, Mbappé and Courtois, are indispensable. In fact, the club’s management is very clear about the Belgian goalkeeper’s performance:
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“He deserves everything: more money, more media recognition… Without him, we would have fallen further behind in La Liga and the Champions League.”
This is the prevailing sentiment within the club, reflecting Courtois’s true standing in the team.
An Early Renewal and a Decisive Decision
Thibaut Courtois recently renewed his contract until 2027, after it was initially set to expire in June 2026. Real Madrid wanted to ensure the continued presence of the world’s best goalkeeper, offering him full financial and moral support. The Belgian goalkeeper is very happy in the Spanish capital and embraces the pressure and challenges that come with playing for the best team in the world, confirming his desire to stay as long as possible.
Dressing Room Leader
Courtois is seen as a pivotal figure in the dressing room. At 33, he is in his eighth season as the first-choice goalkeeper. His leadership role gives him considerable influence within the team, and his comments after the victory against Sevilla at the Santiago Bernabéu quickly went viral:
“Ultimately, the most important thing is winning at home. But we need to improve. We won from a set piece, from a penalty… we have to improve. The week-long break will be good for all of us to improve.”
The Best of All Time
Many consider Thibaut Courtois the best goalkeeper in history, thanks to his decisive performances in recent years and his crucial role in winning titles. His excellence has not been a fleeting moment of brilliance; he has consistently delivered high-level performances, proving himself indispensable to Real Madrid.
