According to COPE reports, goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois may not miss the entire season and is expected to make a comeback in April. The Belgian star sustained an ACL injury to his left knee during preseason preparations for the 2023/24 season and hasn’t featured for Real Madrid since.

Courtois, born in 1992, has been sidelined since July due to the severe injury. Initial predictions suggested he might sit out the entire season, leading Real Madrid to secure the services of Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea on loan. However, COPE now suggests a potential return for Courtois in April, with positive signs of his recovery and a possible return to training in March.

If the recovery progresses as expected, Courtois could rejoin the squad in April, coinciding with the latter stages of the Champions League, provided Real Madrid advances past the Round of 16. Recent training images at the Valdebebas facility indicate Courtois has resumed ball work, offering optimism to Real Madrid fans.

Courtois’ return holds significant importance as Real Madrid enters the crucial phase of the season, especially in the highly competitive Champions League. However, concerns linger about whether he can immediately regain top form after a prolonged absence from competitive play.