Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is set to make his long-awaited return to action in the La Liga game against Cadiz on Saturday, as confirmed by manager Carlo Ancelotti. Courtois has been sidelined for over a year due to two knee injuries but has now fully recovered and is ready to reclaim his spot between the posts.
Ancelotti, however, emphasized that Courtois will be carefully managed, with Andriy Lunin expected to start in the crucial Champions League semifinal second leg against Bayern Munich. The Italian manager highlighted the importance of the upcoming Champions League clash, labeling it as a “final” and indicating that Lunin will be the preferred choice for that game.
Despite Lunin’s recent heroics in the Champions League, Courtois is considered one of the best goalkeepers in the world and is likely to regain his starting position for the La Liga and Champions League double challenge. The Belgian shot-stopper played a pivotal role in Real Madrid’s 2022 Champions League triumph, earning the player-of-the-match award in the final against Liverpool.
Ancelotti also revealed that Brazilian defender Eder Militao will feature in the game against Cadiz to gain rhythm ahead of the crucial fixtures. With Real Madrid currently leading the La Liga standings, Ancelotti’s side is on the verge of securing their 36th Spanish title, provided they defeat Cadiz and Barcelona fail to win their match against Girona.
The return of Courtois and Militao adds depth and quality to the Real Madrid squad as they aim to finish the season on a high note and secure silverware in both domestic and European competitions. Fans will be eagerly anticipating Courtois’ comeback and hoping for a successful run in the remaining games of the season.