Thibaut Courtois is close to making his comeback at Real Madrid, and so there is speculation here and there about the goalkeeper’s potential European Championship participation. Will he still be part of Domenico Tedesco’s selection?
The national coach and number one of the Red Devils have been at odds with each other since a dispute over the captaincy. During the previous international break it became clear once again that there is no immediate solution in the works. On the contrary.
Tedesco vs. Courtois
Tedesco then said that he had “tried everything” to get closer to Courtois, who in turn called the Italian German a liar. Kicker now decided to question Tedesco about the situation again.
“Everything has been said on this subject. Every insider and outsider can now form the total picture. I don’t feel like playing ping pong and I am at peace with myself,” the national coach responds. “We focus on players who are in good shape.”
Casteels or Sels?
Based on these statements, various other German and Dutch media also conclude that the door is gradually closing for Courtois. The only question that remains now is who will take his place between the posts during the tournament.
Initially, Koen Casteels seemed to be his ideal replacement, but with his recent performances, Matz Sels may well have been pushed ahead of him in the pecking order. It is certain that Courtois will not be part of the selection in Germany.
