According to Spanish media, goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is likely to return to the field sooner than expected. The Belgian star has been sidelined since the beginning of the season after suffering an ACL injury to his left knee during training before the 2023/2024 season.

According to the medical team’s initial diagnosis, Courtois will miss the entire 2023/2024 season. However, the latest reports show that the Belgian goalkeeper is recovering very well. According to COPE, Courtois will return in April , when Real Madrid reaches the quarterfinals of the Champions League if Carlo Ancelotti and his team pass the round of 16.

The latest images show that Courtois has returned to practicing with the ball at the Valdebebas training center. This is clearly a good sign for Real Madrid fans. 

With Courtois out, coach Carlo Ancelotti decided to alternately use Kepa Arrizabalaga and Andriy Lunin. The erratic change in the guard position significantly affects the quality of Real Madrid’s play.

Courtois’ return is of great significance as Real Madrid enters a key period of the season, especially in a highly competitive playground like the Champions League.