Navas joined the club in 2014 and formed part of the historic squad that won three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles under Zinedine Zidane. He expressed deep admiration for former teammate Iker Casillas, stating he felt privileged to learn from him despite the competition for the starting position.
He also highlighted the guidance received from Alvaro Arbeloa, noting that his support was vital during Navas's arrival. Reflecting on Zidane's leadership, Navas described the manager's ability to instill confidence as a rare quality that contributed to the team's unity and success.