Real Madrid is experiencing a state of concern following Thibaut Courtois' exclusion from the Belgium match against Ukraine in the UEFA Nations League due to muscular fatigue during warm-up exercises, prompting the coaching staff of his national team to exclude him as a precautionary measure.

This development comes at a critical time as Real Madrid prepares to enter the decisive phase of the season with a busy match schedule. Courtois had previously missed the match against Rayo Vallecano on March 9 due to muscular pain, raising questions about his readiness for the upcoming period.

Courtois suffered a serious injury this season in October when he sustained a tear in his adductor muscle during the Madrid derby, which led to his absence from crucial matches in the Champions League and La Liga, including the classic match that ended with the team's 4-0 loss.

After a year and nine months away from the Belgium national team, Courtois' return was not ideal, as it began with a 3-1 loss against Ukraine, before he was sidelined from the return match due to physical issues.

The Belgian goalkeeper will undergo close medical monitoring upon his return to Valdebebas, ahead of the match against Leganés on Saturday, March 29, at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium.