Kepa Arrizabalaga Transfer from Chelsea to Real Madrid
Last season, Chelsea loaned Kepa to Real Madrid. The 13-time Spanish international played 20 official matches for the club.
Kepa Arrizabalaga was on loan at Real Madrid last season to replace the injured Thibaut Courtois, who suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his knee during preseason.
Kepa Arrizabalaga had aspirations of returning to Real Madrid contingent on Lunin's departure, but this plan was shelved due to Lunin's probable contract extension. During the previous season, Kepa was loaned to Real Madrid to fill in for Courtois' injury but ultimately became the third-choice goalkeeper following the recoveries of Lunin and Courtois. Despite this, Kepa garnered the respect and affection of the Real Madrid staff and players, and he was given a warm farewell at the Bernabéu.
Kepa wanted to return to Real Madrid but Madrid are not prepared to re-sign Kepa while Andriy Lunin remains on the books.
Real Madrid hope to sign Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga on a free transfer next summer when Andriy Lunin's contract expires. (Defensa Central - Spain)
Kepa is available for transfer this summer after entering the final 12 months of his contract and is keen to return to Real Madrid, where he spent last season on loan to help cover for the injury to Thibaut Courtois. However, Madrid are not prepared to move for Kepa while current backup Andriy Lunin remains on the books.
Kepa spent last season on loan with Madrid after Courtois was sidelined and made 20 appearances for the club. He is in the final year of his contract and is desperate to rejoin Madrid. The Spanish side see him as a potential target if they need to replace Lunin before the end of the summer transfer window.
Kepa Arrizabalaga is considering leaving Chelsea due to lack of trust from the coach Enzo Maresca. Last season, he moved to Real Madrid after Courtois' injury. Although Lunin and later Courtois took over, Kepa left a positive impression.
Kepa Arrizabalaga wants to return to Real Madrid to be Thibaut Courtois's backup. His future depends on the departure of Andriy Lunin. Chelsea is expecting a little over 11 million euros for him.
Kepa, who was on loan at Real Madrid for the 2023-24 season, is ready to return as a backup to Courtois. Chelsea wants to sell him, and Kepa has refused offers from Saudi Arabia, preferring to return to Madrid. However, his return depends on Lunin leaving Real Madrid.
Kepa, who previously played for Real Madrid, is expected to leave Chelsea and hopes to return to Real Madrid to be Courtois's backup, especially given the uncertain situation of Lunin.
Kepa Arrizabalaga, who was on loan at Real Madrid last season, is waiting for Lunin's situation to be resolved before making any decisions. Despite having offers from clubs in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, he prefers to return to Real Madrid. However, Carlo Ancelotti has stated that Real Madrid is not considering his return as they are already covered in that position.
Returned from loan at Real Madrid.
Real Madrid has targeted the Chelsea goalkeeper as a potential replacement for Andrij Lunin.
Real Madrid and Chelsea are considering a goalkeeper swap. Kepa Arrizabalaga would return to Real Madrid in exchange for Andriy Lunin moving to Chelsea. Both clubs agree that Lunin's value is higher, so Real Madrid is considering accepting the swap only if Chelsea adds a cash amount. Kepa is willing to be the number two goalkeeper at Real Madrid.
Real Madrid is considering an exchange deal with Chelsea involving Kepa Arrizabalaga and some cash for their goalkeeper Andriy Lunin.
Kepa Arrizabalaga wants to return to Real Madrid. The possibility is contingent on the departure of Andriy Lunin, whose contract expires in a year. Kepa would be happy to be the backup to Thibaut Courtois, potentially succeeding him in the future.
Kepa, out of Chelsea's tour, is working alone in London. He has several offers but prioritizes returning to Real Madrid if Lunin leaves.
Kepa is currently training alone in London, separate from the Chelsea team. He is waiting to see if Real Madrid's situation regarding Lunin changes, as he prioritizes returning to Real Madrid if Lunin leaves.
Kepa wants to return to Madrid and does not mind a theoretical backup role. The departure of Lunin from Real Madrid would create a vacancy that Kepa is eager to fill.
Kepa Arrizabalaga is holding out for a move back to Real Madrid after spending last season on loan there.
Kepa Arrizabalaga, after his loan spell, wishes to return to Real Madrid. He has already rejected a proposal from a Saudi club, and Real Madrid is considering him as a replacement for Lunin.
Kepa Arrizabalaga, who still belongs to Chelsea, hopes to return to Real Madrid. He has refused an offer from a Saudi club.
Kepa Arrizabalaga, one of Chelsea's top earners, was loaned to Real Madrid last summer. Despite his poor performances and being relegated to the bench, he is now hoping to return to Madrid as a backup goalkeeper. Kepa needs to lower his wage demands to facilitate the move.
Kepa Arrizabalaga has rejected an offer from the Saudi League and aims to return to Real Madrid as his main objective.
Kepa returned to Chelsea but had a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia, which he rejected due to the real possibility of Lunin leaving Real Madrid, opening the door for his return to Real Madrid.
Carlo Ancelotti wants Kepa Arrizabalaga in the squad if Andriy Lunin leaves. Kepa is waiting and has rejected other offers in light of the possible departure of Lunin.
Kepa is eager to return to Real Madrid. He has rejected a lucrative offer from Al Ittihad in Saudi Arabia to wait for an opportunity at Real Madrid. The transfer is considered easy, and Kepa is even willing to reduce his salary to join Real Madrid.
Kepa has returned to Chelsea after a loan spell at Real Madrid. He is now considered the top option for Real Madrid to replace Lunin if the Ukrainian leaves this summer.
Real Madrid will not retain Kepa Arrizabalaga, even though the future of Andriy Lunin remains uncertain. Kepa is considering staying in Madrid.
Kepa hopes to be called back by Real Madrid, where he played on loan last season, making 20 appearances across all competitions.
It is not yet ruled out that Real Madrid could attempt to bring Kepa back to the club due to uncertainty over Lunin's future.
Kepa is seen as the best solution if Lunin leaves. He has rejected a multimillion-dollar offer from Al Ittihad in favor of potentially joining Real Madrid. Kepa has one year left on his contract with Chelsea and is willing to reduce his high salary to join Real Madrid.
Kepa Arrizabalaga is still considering a potential return to Real Madrid, especially if their current No.2 goalkeeper Andriy Lunin pushes for an exit. Kepa has publicly expressed his desire to stay at Real Madrid.
Real Madrid might attempt to bring Kepa Arrizabalaga back if Andriy Lunin leaves the club. Kepa has left a good impression in Madrid.
Real Madrid is considering Kepa as a possible option due to the uncertain future of their current goalkeeper, Lunin. Kepa had previously left Real Madrid after being loaned due to Thibaut Courtois' injury.
Real Madrid is considering keeping Kepa Arrizabalaga, who was loaned without a purchase option from Chelsea last season. Despite changes in Chelsea's management, Kepa's future at Stamford Bridge remains uncertain as Robert Sanchez and Djordje Petrovic are expected to take leading roles.
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