Courtois says he was removed from Belgium national team WhatsApp group
Thibaut Courtois revealed in an interview with Dazn that he was removed from the Belgium national team players' WhatsApp group, according to several media outlets.
Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has said in an interview with Dazn that he was removed from the Belgium national team players' WhatsApp group, according to several European media outlets, including RMC Sport, Mundo Deportivo and A Bola.
A step back linked to a need for rest
Asked about his international future, Courtois explained that he had stepped aside from Belgium out of a need for "rest", without knowing whether he will return. He also mentioned, in an anecdotal tone, his removal from the discussion group, as reported by Europa Press. The goalkeeper stated that he was not asking for a guarantee of a starting spot to return to the national team, according to Placar and 20minutos.
A desire to take part in the Euro 2028 qualifiers
According to Placar, Courtois reaffirmed his desire to take part in the Euro 2028 qualifiers. He stressed that he was not demanding any assurance of being a starter to consider a return with the Red Devils. This position was echoed by several media outlets, including 20minutos.
A contract extension mentioned
Tuttosport reports that the player should soon extend his contract with the Spanish club. The Italian media outlet also mentions comments from Courtois comparing Yamal and Mbappé, without however providing the details in the available excerpt. These statements come as the goalkeeper was removed from the Belgian players' WhatsApp group, a piece of information confirmed by numerous sources.
