Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been dealt another blow as he is set to be sidelined for another four to six weeks. This setback comes after suffering a meniscus tear in his right knee during a training session. The 31-year-old was on the verge of returning to the team after an ACL tear in his left knee last August put him out for the entire 2023-24 season so far.
After undergoing tests, Courtois was diagnosed with a ruptured internal meniscus in his right knee. This latest injury occurred during a training session and has left both the player and the club devastated. Initially expected to make a comeback next month, Courtois was supposed to play a crucial role in the team’s LaLiga campaign and the upcoming Champions League quarterfinal against Manchester City.
Sources have revealed that Courtois was visibly affected by the injury, leaving the training session in tears. The goalkeeper had been gradually working his way back to full fitness in recent weeks, with hopes of returning to action in April. However, the recent setback has thrown a wrench in those plans, with doubts now lingering over his availability for the rest of the season.
Both Real Madrid and Courtois are hesitant to predict a new timeline for his recovery, given the unpredictable nature of injuries. While the official statement remains cautious, sources suggest that the likelihood of Courtois missing the remainder of the season is high. This news comes as a significant blow to the team, who were counting on his presence in the crucial stages of the campaign.
The injury woes continue for Thibaut Courtois and Real Madrid, adding yet another obstacle to overcome in what has been a challenging season. The goalkeeper’s absence will be keenly felt, especially as the team aims to maintain its lead in LaLiga and navigate through the knockout stages of the Champions League. The road to recovery may be long and arduous, but both Courtois and the club will be hoping for a swift return to action in the near future.