Several players at Real Madrid face uncertain futures despite the team’s lack of depth in various positions. This is primarily due to Carlo Ancelotti’s consistent rotation of a select group of players who have consistently delivered results.
At present, Real Madrid finds themselves with just one healthy goalkeeper, Andriy Lunin, as Thibaut Courtois is sidelined for the foreseeable future, and Kepa Arrizabalaga sustained an injury during the warm-up before the SC Braga game. Lunin stepped up admirably in the recent match, saving a penalty and maintaining a clean sheet. However, it seems unlikely that he will continue with the club beyond this season.
Despite being highly regarded globally, Lunin has struggled to secure regular opportunities at Real Madrid, mainly due to the presence of Courtois, widely considered one of the best goalkeepers since 2018. Lunin’s current contract with Real Madrid expires next summer, and many fans anticipate his departure, a sentiment echoed by his wife Anastasia in response to an Instagram query. She indicated a willingness to move if there’s a club that offers playing time for Lunin.
Numerous clubs, including Celtic and Real Betis, have been linked to Lunin, suggesting a genuine interest in securing his services. Given the competition for playing time at Real Madrid and Lunin’s need for consistent football at 24 years old, a departure from the club appears to be the most viable option for his career.