Top-flight goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is optimistic about making a swift recovery from his recent injury, with sources indicating he’ll be back in action for his team’s crucial league matchup against Celta Vigo on October 26.
The club confirmed on Monday that Courtois had suffered an abductor muscle strain in his left leg during the intense 1-1 derby clash with Atlético Madrid. While he’s expected to miss the upcoming Champions League game against Lille and the league fixture with Villarreal this Saturday, medical staff anticipate a speedy recovery.
If all goes according to plan, Courtois will be fit to face arch-rivals Barcelona at the Bernabéu on October 26. The highly anticipated clash promises to be an electric encounter, with Madrid currently sitting second in the league standings, just three points adrift of leaders Barça.
Courtois played the full 90 minutes of the dramatic derby draw, which was briefly halted due to fan unrest. Objects, including lighters, were thrown onto the pitch, prompting the referee to intervene.
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