Real Madrid dropped another banger performance in the second leg of the Champions League RO16 clash against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. However, fans were concerned about their star goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois' fitness, as the Belgian international was subbed off in the 46th minute of the game.
Big update on Thibaut Courtois
The Belgian national gave a masterclass performance in the first half, but his substitution in the second half made people curious about his fitness status. According to some reports, the goalkeeper played the first half with some discomfort and picked up an abductor injury. Andriy Lunin replaced the star goalkeeper, and the Ukrainian keeper also gave a beautiful performance for the Los Blancos against the English club.
After the game in the press conference, Los Blancos boss, Alvaro Arbeloa dropped an update on star keeper's fitness, saying that the 33-year-old keeper could regain full fitness ahead of the game against Atletico Madrid in the League on March 22.
"I think Courtois will be READY for Atlético Madrid."
Real Madrid's position in LaLiga
Real Madrid has been standing at second place in the league with 66 points in 28 matches. The Los Blancos are four points behind table toppers Barcelona (70 points).