Medical examinations ultimately confirmed the fears. According to the official club report, Courtois suffered a muscle injury in the rectus femoris of his right quadriceps, a condition that typically requires several weeks of recovery.
The early outlook was relatively optimistic: between one week and ten days out. However, further analysis completely changed the perspective.
Now the estimated recovery time sits closer to six weeks, which represents a significant setback for Real Madrid right as the season enters its most demanding stage.
This type of injury requires extreme caution. Rushing the return of a goalkeeper under these conditions could lead to setbacks or even a more serious issue, meaning the club will likely prioritize a careful recovery process.
