4 goalkeepers Real Madrid could sign instead of David De Gea

There is no secret that Spanish giants Real Madrid have been long-term suitors of Spain International and Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea with reports confirming that several offers have been made to get the deal over the line. The English giants have been adamant, however, rejecting any news of a possible transfer with coach Jose Mourinho claiming there is "no chance" that he will let one of his top stars leave the club.

David De Gea has reportedly accepted a new bumper deal with the Red Devils and committed his future to the club according to The Sun. He failed to impress at the 2018 World Cup making multiple silly mistakes as Spain crashed out of the tournament in the early stages. With veteran goalkeeper Keylor Navas ready to depart after guiding the team to 3 consecutive UEFA Champions League titles, the need of a top-class goalkeeper at the Santiago Bernabeu is immense.

The Galacticos will without a doubt want to sign an established goalkeeper so let's take a look at the top 4 goalkeepers Real Madrid could sign instead of David De Gea:

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#4 Jan Oblak (Atletico Madrid)

Atletico Madrid forward and teammate Antoine Griezmann believes the Slovenian shot-stopper is the best goalkeeper in the world at the moment

The 25-year-old Slovenian goalkeeper, Jan Oblak has been among the best goalkeepers in the world after moving to Atletico Madrid in 2014. He is a key part of Diego Simeone's defensive setup which is one of the most ruthless defences in the world. In the 2017-18 season, he was named in the La Liga Team of the Season and the UEFA Europa League Team of the Season as he helped the Spanish giants win the title.

Boasting of a save percentage of 90% last season and 21 clean sheets in 34 appearances, he is one of the hottest prospects in world football at the moment as a number of big clubs look to sign the shot-stopper. In Oblak, Real Madrid will sign a goalkeeper who will be a guaranteed starter for the next decade and one who is an established performer in the Spanish League.

The young shot-stopper seems unsettled at Atletico Madrid as he eyes a move to some of the biggest clubs in the world but his services will come at a price with a minimum of 90 million euros, the asking price. An offer from the Los Blancos would be difficult to reject but whether he moves to the biggest club in the world and joins his club rivals remains to be seen.

#3 Hugo Lloris (Tottenham Hotspur)

Spurs goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is one of the most underrated goalkeepers in the English league.

The Spurs and France captain, Hugo Lloris has been one of the most underrated goalkeepers in the world constantly overshadowed by his more famous counterparts for top spots in his position. The 31-year-old has kept 76 clean sheets in 206 appearances at the club in just 6 years which makes him a wise and experienced option for the Los Blancos.

The Spurs mainstay is known for his lightning reflexes and quick decision-making and led his national team to the Euros 2016 and World Cup 2018 final which they are favorites to win. In the World Cup, Lloris has produced excellent saves when called upon as he managed to keep some of the best attackers in world football at bay.

The Spanish giants have shown interest in the shot-stopper before and will be a cheaper alternative than most options if he is to move to Madrid. The prospect of playing for the biggest club in the world will be one too big for the Frenchman to refuse who will want to compete for the biggest titles with the club as he approaches the twilight end of his career.

#2 Gianluigi Donarumma (AC Milan)

Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma is one of the most exciting young talents in world football.

The Italian goalkeeper, Gianluigi Donnarumma is one of football's hottest young talents as he is a regular starter for Italian giants AC Milan at just 19 years of age. He has broken the record for being the youngest ever goalkeeper to play for the Italian national team and is the second-youngest ever player to debut in the Serie A.

The youngster has managed to keep 24 cleansheets in 72 appearances for The Rossoneri over 2 seasons despite his side featuring a weak defensive unit and repeated 6th placed finishes in the league. Possessing a mean stature of 6 ft 5 inches and the ability to produce world-class saves with ease, the shot-stopper is without a doubt headed to be the best goalkeeper in the world in the coming years with his best playing years still far ahead of him.

The Galacticos will definitely have to break the bank to secure the services of the teenager who will secure his position at the back for the far future and become one of the sport's best goalkeepers. The player has super-agent Mino Raiola who has a star-studded list of clients and persuading him to push for the move shouldn't be a problem for Real Madrid. The club has contacted the agent over a possible move for Donnarumma before but the youngster chose to sign a new contract with AC Milan to pay respect to the club that gave him his first break.

#1 Thibaut Courtois (Chelsea)

Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is one of the best goalkeepers in the world at the moment and has been vocal about his desire to return to Madrid in the past.

The 26-year-old shot-stopper, Thibaut Courtois is one of the best goalkeepers in world football at the moment and would prove to be an instant upgrade for the Galacticos. The goalkeeper helped the English giants Chelsea win 2 English Premier League titles before which he helped Atletico win the La Liga against all odds where he made his name.

The Belgian star who won the Premier League Golden glove in their title-winning 2016-17 campaign has kept 31 cleansheets in 71 appearances for the Blues over the past 2 years. The goalkeeper has all the attributes to be an instant hit at the Bernabeu with a massive presence in goal and the ability to start swift counter-attacks with his brilliant passing and throwing range which could be an immense boost for the Madrid defence.

Courtois spent 3 years in Madrid with Atletico Madrid before his move to Chelsea where he won top honors for the club including the La Liga title. He has been vocal about returning to his beloved city Madrid in the past. The goalkeeper has entered the final year of his contract and with reports that the shot-stopper is included in any deal for fellow Belgian superstar Eden Hazard, the pair could be headed for a dream move to European giants Real Madrid.