Lopez set to remain Real Madrid's first choice

The 31-year-old, who rejoined Real in January following an injury to Iker Casillas, kept a clean sheet in Monday's 1-0 win at Granada as Ancelotti's side followed the likes of arch-rivals Barcelona by collecting maximum points from the start to the season.

Despite making a full recovery from a hand problem, Casillas has not featured in a competitive game for Real since the end of January, prompting speculation regarding his future and reports he is a transfer target for Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain.

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