Thibaut Courtois has suffered a significant injury blow after being diagnosed with a muscle problem in the anterior rectus of his right quadriceps.
Softfootball confirm The setback comes despite Real Madrid’s successful trip to Manchester, where they secured progression to the quarter-finals with a 5–1 aggregate victory over Manchester City. However, Courtois’ injury has emerged as a major concern following the match.
The development was confirmed by Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle, with further reports suggesting the Real Madrid goalkeeper could miss both legs of their upcoming UEFA Champions League quarter-final against FC Bayern Munich.
Romano’s statement:
Thibaut Courtois suffers muscle injury in the anterior rectum of the right quadriceps. The Belgian GK could miss both games between Real Madrid and FC Bayern, reports Cope. Real Madrid staff will re-evaluate his conditions during next weeks.
Madrid’s medical staff are expected to re-evaluate his condition in the coming weeks, but early indications point to a lengthy spell on the sidelines. According to reports, the injury could keep Courtois out for around six weeks, with suggestions of a grade two muscle tear.
Elsewhere in the Champions League, Galatasaray SK have also been hit by injury worries involving Victor Osimhen and Noa Lang after their 4–0 defeat to Liverpool FC at Anfield, confirming a 4–1 aggregate exit from the competition.
