Thibaut Courtois returns to Real Madrid training ahead of new season
Thibaut Courtois returned to Real Madrid training this weekend after the Belgium goalkeeper finished the World Cup injured against Spain.
Thibaut Courtois resumes training with Real Madrid
Thibaut Courtois made his comeback to training on 10 August 2026, choosing to cut short his vacation to prepare for the upcoming season. The 33-year-old Belgian appeared in good form and was seen smiling in photos from the session. He had enjoyed time off with trips and festivals before reporting back to Valdebebas.
Thibaut Courtois reunites with Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid
Thibaut Courtois welcomed the return of Jose Mourinho to the Real Madrid bench, describing the Portuguese coach as a 'great trainer' he had previously worked with at Chelsea. Speaking to Real Madrid TV, Thibaut Courtois said he was happy to be back under Mourinho's orders for the 2026-27 campaign.
Thibaut Courtois named among Real Madrid's untouchables
AS reports Thibaut Courtois is considered one of six untouchable players in the Real Madrid squad for the new season, alongside Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, Federico Valverde, Marc Cucurella and Yan Diomande. The Belgian goalkeeper is expected to play a key role under Mourinho as Real Madrid aim to defend their titles.
- Thibaut Courtois resumed training on 10 August 2026 after the World Cup
- Thibaut Courtois reunited with Jose Mourinho at Real Madrid
- Thibaut Courtois is listed as one of six untouchable players by AS
- Thibaut Courtois is preparing for his ninth season at Real Madrid