Real Madrid eye €40 millon-rated goalkeeper as potential Thibaut Courtois replacement

Real Madrid are eyeing highly-rated goalkeeper Diogo Costa as a potential replacement for Thibaut Courtois, according to recent reports. The Spanish club boasts one of the best goalkeepers in the world in Courtois, but the 34-year-old is close to the end of his contract. While Real Madrid may attempt to extend Courtois' stay, they remain prepared for life after the veteran goalkeeper.

Costa, a 26-year-old Portuguese international, has already earned nearly 50 caps for his national team and is currently the first choice for the Portugal squad. Although Real Madrid are keen on extending Courtois' contract, they are monitoring the market for potential replacements, with Diogo Costa emerging as one of the key options.

Costa is highly valued at around €40 million, but Real Madrid believes he is the ideal candidate to replace Courtois, given his experience and quality. The club's new goalkeeping coach, Nuno Santos, and manager Jose Mourinho are also reportedly driving the interest in Costa. Should Courtois leave the club, Real Madrid may also consider in-house options, such as Javi Navarro, who has been making waves in the lower divisions.

However, it appears that Courtois is likely to sign a new contract, so a replacement may not be necessary in the immediate future.