Real Madrid has been dealt a significant blow as their star goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, has sustained a rupture in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) of his left knee. This injury is expected to sideline the 31-year-old Belgium international for a substantial portion of the upcoming season.
Courtois, who was honoured as the world's best goalkeeper at the Ballon d'Or awards last year, is set to undergo surgery in the upcoming days.
Since his arrival at Real Madrid in 2018, Courtois has proven his mettle by clinching Spain's La Liga title twice. With 230 appearances for the club under his belt, he has become a pivotal figure in their roster.
As Real Madrid prepares to kick off their La Liga campaign against Athletic Bilbao this Saturday, the absence of Courtois due to his injury is expected to be deeply felt.
Courtois boasts an impressive career history, having secured two Premier League titles during his time at Chelsea before his transfer to Real Madrid. He also clinched a La Liga title with Atletico Madrid in 2014. His remarkable achievements include a Champions League victory in 2022, where he delivered a standout performance in the final against Liverpool, earning him the man-of-the-match accolade.
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