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Spanish goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga is poised to make a temporary move to Real Madrid this season on loan from Chelsea. This development comes as Real Madrid’s first-choice goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, suffered a severe setback with an ACL injury that is expected to keep him sidelined for several months.
Kepa’s journey has been a rollercoaster ride since his record-breaking transfer from Athletic Bilbao to Chelsea in 2018. Initially seen as a promising prospect, Kepa’s form dipped in few seasons, leading to Chelsea acquiring the services of Edouard Mendy to take over the goalkeeper role. The 2022-2023 season was set to be a fresh start for Kepa, as he looked to re-establish himself under new management.
However, the unfortunate injury to Courtois has opened the door for Kepa to make a temporary return to La Liga. The move to Real Madrid, one of the world’s most prestigious football clubs, presents Kepa with an opportunity for a bigger stage once again. While Chelsea will be reluctant to let go of a player they invested heavily in, the loan move could offer Kepa a chance to regain confidence and form, potentially the way for a comeback in the future.