Courtois Edges Closer to Return as Real Madrid Continue Espanyol Preparations
Thibaut Courtois participated in部分 training with Real Madrid as the team prepared for their upcoming La Liga match against Espanyol, signaling progress in his recovery. Several other players, including Kylian Mbappé and Rodrygo, continued individual rehabilitation and will miss the weekend fixture. The squad trained at Ciudad Real Madrid, with focus gradually shifting toward the upcoming El Clásico on May 10.
- ▪Thibaut Courtois trained partially with Real Madrid's group, indicating progress in his return from injury.
- ▪Kylian Mbappé, Rodrygo, Éder Militão, and Arda Güler remained sidelined, conducting individual workouts.
- ▪Real Madrid will face Espanyol at RCDE Stadium on Sunday night at 21:00 CET.
- ▪Courtois is targeting a return for the El Clásico against Barcelona on May 10.
- ▪The team's next training session is scheduled for Friday at 11:00 a.m. at Valdebebas.
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