New Delhi: Former Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas is all set to join AC Monza on a free transfer. The deal is reportedly complete, but the official announcement is pending.
The 37-year-old spent six months of the previous season on loan from PSG for the Premier League side Nottingham Forest. The Costa Rican international will bring a lot of experience playing in European football’s top leagues to the side, along with his exceptional shot-stopping ability.
🚨🇨🇷 AC Monza are advancing in talks to sign Keylor Navas as new goalkeeper on free transfer.
Deal collapsed for Pierluigi Gollini despite agreement on Friday.
↪️ Navas, strong option for Monza as revealed by @MatteMoretto live on @WatchPlayback yesterday. pic.twitter.com/WeRT59iKQy
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 29, 2024
Keylor Navas found life difficult at PSG since Donnamrumma joined the club, with the Costa Rican mostly warming up the bench. Before his stint at PSG, he was part of Real Madrid’s formidable ‘three-peat’ side. His stay at the PSG has been mixed, and since his loan period with Nottingham ended last season, he has been out of contract and will sign a permanent deal with the Biancorossi. For PSG, the goalkeeper was part of three Ligue 1 titles. For Real Madrid, he won one La Liga title and won three consecutive Champions League titles.
According to media sources, the shot-stopper has already left Costa Rica. He is expected to undergo a medical examination in Italy where after he will be announced as the club’s new player. For Monza, Navas could play a key role as a mentor and use his experience to groom younger players.
Keylor Navas had previously announced his retirement from international football and decided not to be part of Costa Rica’s side for Copa America. The former Real Madrid goalkeeper made his debut for his nation in 2008 and made 114 appearances and played three World Cups for Costa Rica.
Former Costa Rica goalkeeper has left for Italy to undergo a medical examination and AC Monza are expected to make an announcement soon. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
