‘Erling Haaland would score a lot at Real Madrid’ – Thibaut Courtois feels Manchester City star could be a phenomenon at the Santiago Bernabeu

Thibaut Courtois has sparked discussions about Erling Haaland’s potential at Real Madrid, claiming that the Norwegian striker would thrive at the Santiago Bernabeu due to the club’s playing style. The Belgian goalkeeper, who has faced Haaland multiple times, believes that the Manchester City star would have no trouble adapting to life in La Liga.

Real Madrid has long been linked with a move for Haaland, who has established himself as one of the most prolific goalscorers in world football. Since his move to Manchester City, the Norwegian has shattered records, displaying an incredible goal-per-game ratio. However, speculation persists about whether he could one day make a move to the Spanish capital.

Speaking about Haaland, Courtois highlighted how Madrid’s attacking setup could perfectly complement the 23-year-old’s strengths. “A player like Haaland would score a lot at Real Madrid. The way we play, with our quick transitions and attacking mindset, would suit him perfectly,” Courtois said in an interview.

Haaland has faced Real Madrid five times in his career but has only managed to score twice against Los Blancos. Despite his relatively low goal tally in these encounters, Courtois remains convinced that Haaland’s efficiency in front of goal would soar if he played in Spain.

“He is a player who thrives on good service, and at Real Madrid, we have some of the best creators in the world. The likes of Vinicius Jr., Jude Bellingham, and Luka Modric know how to provide the right balls for a striker like him,” the goalkeeper added.

Haaland’s contract situation at Manchester City has also fueled speculation about a potential move. Reports suggest that a release clause in his contract could allow him to leave City for a predetermined fee, and Real Madrid is reportedly keeping a close eye on the situation. The club has been searching for a long-term successor to Karim Benzema, who left in 2023.

Madrid president Florentino Perez has been a long-time admirer of Haaland, and with Kylian Mbappe’s future still uncertain, the Norwegian has remained on the club’s radar. A move to the Bernabeu could see him compete directly with Mbappe if both superstars eventually wear the famous white jersey.

Despite Madrid’s interest, Manchester City is determined to keep hold of their star forward. Pep Guardiola has built his attacking system around Haaland’s physicality and lethal finishing, and the club has no intention of letting him leave anytime soon. City’s dominance in English football has been largely due to Haaland’s goal-scoring prowess, as he played a crucial role in their treble-winning campaign last season.

However, history has shown that when Real Madrid sets its sights on a player, they often get their man. Courtois himself made the switch from the Premier League to La Liga, having previously played for Chelsea. He believes that La Liga would present a different challenge for Haaland but one that he could easily adapt to.

“Every league has its unique characteristics, but great players always find a way to perform,” Courtois explained. “In Spain, defenders play differently compared to England, but Haaland’s physicality, movement, and finishing ability would make him unstoppable here.”

The debate over Haaland’s future will likely continue for the foreseeable future, especially with Madrid actively planning for the next era of Galacticos. With Jude Bellingham already thriving at the club, adding Haaland would further solidify Madrid’s position as one of the most dominant forces in world football.

If Haaland were to move to Madrid, he would follow in the footsteps of some of the greatest strikers to have played at the Bernabeu, including Ronaldo Nazario, Raul, and Benzema. Given his current trajectory, he could potentially shatter goal-scoring records in Spain just as he has done in England and Germany.

For now, Haaland remains committed to Manchester City, but his admiration for Real Madrid is no secret. The Norwegian has spoken in the past about his appreciation for the club’s history and its standing in world football, leading many to believe that a move could eventually happen.

While nothing is imminent, the possibility of Haaland donning the famous white jersey remains a tantalizing prospect. Courtois’ endorsement only adds to the growing belief that the Norwegian’s future could, one day, be at the Santiago Bernabeu.

As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Haaland and whether he continues his record-breaking form at Manchester City. However, if Madrid’s interest turns into a formal approach, the footballing world could witness one of the biggest transfers in recent history. Until then, the speculation will continue, and Madridistas can only dream of seeing Haaland leading their attack in the iconic white kit.