Real Madrid goalkeeper Luning may join Fenerbahce

According to the exclusive disclosure of Spain's Fichajes, Real Madrid substitute goalkeeper Andre Luning is becoming the key signing target of the Turkish Super League giant Fenerbahce. Although the 24-year-old Ukrainian international signed a contract with the Galaxy until 2030, he has retreated to the second goal position after Courtois recovered from injury. Data shows that Lu Ning made 22 clean sheets in 62 appearances in 6 years with Real Madrid, and his save success rate of up to 78% (Opta) proves that he has the ability to start. Mourinho's team is seeking experienced goalkeepers to consolidate their defense after advancing in the Champions League qualifiers. Sources revealed that Fenerbahce intends to propose a rent-first and then buy-out plan, with the purchase clause being about 15 million euros. This model is quite attractive to Real Madrid - not only retains the players' future repurchase rights, but also alleviates the salary pressure of the three goals. It is worth noting that Real Madrid loaned Kepa to the Bernabeu under similar terms in 2023. This "goalkeeper short-term rental" strategy has become an emergency solution for European giants. Currently, in Fenerbahce, Croatian international Livakovic is only ranked second, and the Turkish media "Fanatik" said that he may be freed up by renting out.

This potential deal hides multiple games: If Luning leaves the team, Real Madrid will need to find three goals before closing the window, and Fenerbahce will get the key puzzle to compete for the championship with Galatasaray. From the perspective of tactical adaptability, Luning's height of 1.91 meters and 82% long pass success rate (StatsBomb) are perfectly in line with the Muslim defensive counterattack system. But transfer expert Romano stressed that it all depends on Courtois' recovery - if the Belgian is injured again, Florentino may urgently stop the transaction. This triangular game involving Eastern European goalkeepers, Portuguese coaches and Turkish giants is destined to be a wonderful footnote to the end of the summer window.