Kepa Arrizabalaga, the Chelsea goalkeeper currently on loan at Real Madrid, hopes for a permanent switch to the prestigious Spanish club. The Spain international’s loan to Real Madrid addressed the void created by Courtois’ long-term injury.
Courtois suffered a knee ligament injury in August, sidelining him until possibly March. This led Real Madrid to seek a new goalkeeper, and Kepa arrived.
Kepa left Chelsea in 2018 and was expected to depart last summer after challenges during his five-year Stamford Bridge tenure. Chelsea acquired Robert Sanchez from Brighton, indicating Kepa’s competition for the starting role. Yet, Kepa opted for Real Madrid.
Kepa expressed his aspiration during his loan spell, stating, “I aim for a long-term stay at Real Madrid. Who wouldn’t want to be part of such a club? I’m highly content here.”
Kepa has played nine games at Real Madrid this season, keeping five clean sheets and conceding seven goals. With one year left on Kepa’s Chelsea contract next summer, Real Madrid may secure his permanent transfer at a reduced cost.
Kepa Arrizabalaga
Kepa Arrizabalaga Revuelta
This season he played in total 7 times for 630 minutes for La Liga.
He made 16 saves and conceded 5 goals. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.
His team is currently 1st in La Liga. In the last match Real Madrid won 4-0 against Osasuna.
Real Madrid performance and stats
Real Madrid is currently 1st in the La Liga with 24 points.
In the last 9 games, it has won 8 times and lost once. In its last match, Real Madrid won 4-0 against Osasuna.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 20 goals and conceding 6.