Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois warms up prior to a Premier League game in March 2018
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois "sad" at manner of Chelsea exit
Former Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois reveals that his decision to join Real Madrid was made in March, only for the Blues to delay his £35m transfer.
Sep 8, 08:38
Romelu Lukaku celebrates Belgium's opening goal against Scotland on September 7, 2018
Eden Hazard-inspired Belgium inflict heavy home defeat on Scotland
Belgium run out comfortable 4-0 winners against Scotland in Friday's international friendly at Hampden Park.
Sep 7, 22:18
Thibaut Courtois is unveiled as a Real Madrid player on August 9, 2018
Thibaut Courtois relishing Keylor Navas battle
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois says that he is relishing battling Keylor Navas for the gloves at the Bernabeu this season.
Sep 2, 22:56
Real Madrid's Karim Benzema celebrates scoring their first goal in the Champions League final against Liverpool on May 26, 2018
Karim Benzema nets brace in Real Madrid win
Karim Benzema scores twice as Real Madrid make it three wins from three at the start of the 2018-19 La Liga campaign with a 4-1 home success over Leganes.
Sep 1, 20:46
Thibaut Courtois is unveiled as a Real Madrid player on August 9, 2018
Julen Lopetegui coy on goalkeeper selection for Leganes clash
Julen Lopetegui is unwilling to discuss which of his goalkeepers will start against Leganes, with Thibaut Courtois still yet to make his Real Madrid debut.
Sep 1, 12:22
Thibaut Courtois is unveiled as a Real Madrid player on August 9, 2018
Julen Lopetegui coy on goalkeeping position
Real Madrid boss Julen Lopetegui refuses to confirm whether Thibaut Courtois will soon become the club's number one goalkeeper.
Aug 27, 08:25
Andriy Lunin in action for Zorya Luhansk in the Europa League on November 23, 2017
Andriy Lunin to leave Real Madrid on loan?
Real Madrid are reportedly ready to allow young goalkeeper Andriy Lunin to spend the season on loan at Leganes.
Aug 23, 11:42
Keylor Navas warms up for Real Madrid on September 13, 2017
Manchester City to sign Keylor Navas on emergency loan?
A report claims that Real Madrid keeper Keylor Navas is an option for Manchester City, who are looking to replace injured back-up stopper Claudio Bravo.
Aug 22, 12:11
Real Madrid manager Julen Lopetegui
Dani Carvajal, Gareth Bale net in Real Madrid win
Real Madrid start their 2018-19 La Liga campaign with a 2-0 win over Getafe at the Bernabeu.
Aug 19, 22:07
David de Gea in action for Manchester United in the FA Cup on April 21, 2018
David de Gea close to agreeing new Manchester United contract
Jose Mourinho praises Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea and his agent for 'not creating a war' amid previous interest from Real Madrid.
Aug 18, 21:57
Keylor Navas warms up for Real Madrid on September 13, 2017
Real Madrid manager Julen Lopetegui hints at goalkeeper rotation
Julen Lopetegui refuses to guarantee regular football for big-money signing Thibaut Courtois, hinting that he will instead rotate the Belgian keeper with Keylor Navas.
Aug 18, 14:39
Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos celebrates after scoring in his side's UEFA Super Cup clash with Atletico Madrid on August 15, 2018
Julen Lopetegui: 'No concerns over strength of Real Madrid squad'
Real Madrid manager Julen Lopetegui declares himself happy with his squad and insists that he is now focused on getting the best out of those available to him.
Aug 18, 13:50
Mateo Kovacic celebrates after winning the Champions League final with Real Madrid on May 26, 2018
Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri: 'Mateo Kovacic not ready for 90 minutes'
Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri suggests that summer signing Mateo Kovacic could play the final 30 minutes of Saturday's Premier League clash with Arsenal.
Aug 17, 14:56
Atletico Madrid celebrate winning the UEFA Super Cup on August 15, 2018
Atletico Madrid beat Real Madrid to win Super Cup
Atletico Madrid win the UEFA Super Cup with a 4-2 victory over Real Madrid after extra time as Julen Lopetegui's reign as Los Blancos boss gets off to a losing start.
Aug 15, 21:36
Luka Modric in action for Real Madrid on May 6, 2018
Team News: Luka Modric left out for Real Madrid's Super Cup clash against Atletico Madrid
Luka Modric is left out of Real Madrid's starting lineup to face Atletico Madrid.
Aug 15, 17:49
Thibaut Courtois is unveiled as a Real Madrid player on August 9, 2018
Thibaut Courtois to miss UEFA Super Cup clash with Atletico Madrid
New Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will miss the UEFA Super Cup derby against city rivals and former club Atletico Madrid due to an admin error.
Aug 15, 10:29
Thibaut Courtois is unveiled as a Real Madrid player on August 9, 2018
Sergio Ramos unfazed by Thibaut Courtois Atletico Madrid past
Sergio Ramos insists that Real Madrid are not bothered about Thibaut Courtois's prior association with city rivals Atletico Madrid.
Aug 14, 18:28
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui on March 23, 2018
Real Madrid boss Julen Lopetegui keen to sign centre-back, forward?
Real Madrid boss Julen Lopetegui is reportedly keen on signing a centre-back and a forward before the end of the summer transfer window.
Aug 14, 15:53
David de Gea in action for Manchester United in the FA Cup on April 21, 2018
David de Gea 'to be offered lucrative new Manchester United deal'
Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is reportedly on the verge of signing a lucrative new contract which would make him one of the best-paid keepers ever.
Aug 14, 08:08
Thibaut Courtois is unveiled as a Real Madrid player on August 9, 2018
Agent: 'Thibaut Courtois apologised to Chelsea for missing training'
The agent of Thibaut Courtois reveals that the client has apologised for Chelsea for missing training with the club ahead of his summer move to Real Madrid.
Aug 13, 09:06
Atletico Madrid's Jan Oblak during the Europa League final against Marseille on May 16, 2018
Report: Atletico Madrid keeper Jan Oblak rejected Chelsea move
A report claims that Chelsea failed with a £90m pursuit for Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak before turning to Kepa Arrizabalaga.
Aug 12, 15:08
Thibaut Courtois is unveiled as a Real Madrid player on August 9, 2018
Julen Lopetegui relishing Thibaut Courtois, Keylor Navas competition
Real Madrid boss Julen Lopetegui is looking forward to choosing between Keylor Navas and Thibaut Courtois when it comes to the goalkeeping position at the Bernabeu.
Aug 12, 13:55
Kepa Arrizabalaga speaks at a Chelsea press conference on August 9, 2018
Antonio Rudiger heaps praise on "confident" Kepa Arrizabalaga
Antonio Rudiger hails debutant Kepa Arrizabalaga for his "confident" display in Chelsea's 3-0 win over Huddersfield Town at the John Smith's Stadium.
Aug 12, 11:09
Kepa Arrizabalaga speaks at a Chelsea press conference on August 9, 2018
Maurizio Sarri: 'Kepa Arrizabalaga not better than Thibaut Courtois'
Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri admits that new signing Kepa Arrizabalaga is not yet at the same level as his predecessor Thibaut Courtois, despite joining for a record fee.
Aug 10, 13:45
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard in action during the FA Cup final with Manchester United on May 19, 2018
Maurizio Sarri rules out Eden Hazard, Willian exits
New Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri says that it is "impossible" for either Willian or Eden Hazard to leave the club before the end of the month.
Aug 10, 13:35
Maurizio Sarri watches on during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
How Chelsea could line up in 2018-19
Ahead of their Premier League opener against Huddersfield Town, Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up during the 2018-19 season.
Aug 10, 13:04
Paul Pogba in action for Manchester United during the FA Cup final on May 19, 2018
How Manchester United could line up in 2018-19
Ahead of Manchester United's season opener against Leicester City, Sports Mole looks at how the Red Devils could line up during the 2018-19 campaign.
Aug 10, 08:37
Maurizio Sarri watches on during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
Preview:Huddersfield Town vs. Chelsea - predictions, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Maurizio Sarri's first Premier League match in charge of Chelsea as they visit the John Smith's Stadium to face Huddersfield Town.
Aug 9, 18:43
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard in action during the FA Cup final with Manchester United on May 19, 2018
Thibaut Courtois urges Eden Hazard to join him at Real Madrid
New Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois urges former Chelsea teammate Eden Hazard to follow him to the Spanish capital this summer.
Aug 9, 14:36
Kepa Arrizabalaga speaks at a Chelsea press conference on August 9, 2018
Kepa Arrizabalaga "incredibly happy" with Chelsea move
New Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga sets his sights on helping the club to win trophies following his world-record move from Athletic Bilbao.
Aug 9, 14:10
Keylor Navas in action for Costa Rica on June 3, 2018
Keylor Navas vows to battle Thibaut Courtois for Real Madrid number one spot
Keylor Navas vows to stay at Real Madrid and fight to remain the club's first-choice goalkeeper despite the arrival of Thibaut Courtois to the Bernabeu.
Aug 9, 11:48
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois warms up prior to a Premier League game in March 2018
Thibaut Courtois completes Real Madrid move
Belgium international goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois officially completes his move from Chelsea to Real Madrid.
Aug 9, 11:25
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois warms up prior to a Premier League game in March 2018
Departing Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois undergoes Real Madrid medical
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois edges closer to completing his move to Real Madrid after undergoing a medical in the Spanish capital.
Aug 9, 11:09
Mateo Kovacic celebrates after winning the Champions League final with Real Madrid on May 26, 2018
Mateo Kovacic "excited" to get going at Chelsea
Mateo Kovacic hopes to quickly adapt to life at Stamford Bridge after joining on a season's loan from Real Madrid.
Aug 9, 09:19
Kepa Arrizabalaga signs for Chelsea on August 8, 2018
Kepa Arrizabalaga aspiring to become Chelsea legend
Kepa Arrizabalaga says that he "would like to be remembered" by Chelsea supporters long after leaving the club, which he intends to achieve through winning trophies.
Aug 9, 08:56
Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois reacts during a match at the 2018 World Cup
Thibaut Courtois forced to delete Chelsea farewell letter
Thibaut Courtois posts a farewell message to Chelsea fans after moving to Real Madrid but is forced to delete it due to a "barrage of abuse".
Aug 9, 06:08
Kepa Arrizabalaga in action for Athletic Bilbao on February 18, 2018
Chelsea sign Athletic Bilbao goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga in world-record deal
Chelsea announce the signing of goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Athletic Bilbao for a record fee of £71.6m.
Aug 8, 21:21
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois warms up prior to a Premier League game in March 2018
Chelsea confirm Thibaut Courtois exit, Mateo Kovacic arrival
Chelsea announce that Thibaut Courtois will leave the club, while Mateo Kovacic joins on loan.
Aug 8, 19:11
Danny Drinkwater in action for Chelsea in the FA Cup on January 17, 2018
West Ham United, Everton 'seeking Drinkwater loan deal'
West Ham United and Everton allegedly show interest in taking Chelsea midfielder Danny Drinkwater out on loan for the season.
Aug 8, 14:59
Kepa Arrizabalaga in action for Athletic Bilbao on February 18, 2018
Chelsea target Kepa Arrizabalaga triggers Athletic Bilbao release clause
Kepa Arrizabalaga appears to be on his way to Chelsea after triggering his Athletic Bilbao release clause, which is reportedly in the region of £71m.
Aug 8, 10:40
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