Thibaut Courtois Jokes About Packed Football Calendar with Fede Valverde

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has shared a humorous conversation with teammate Fede Valverde about the packed football calendar, joking that Valverde's next holidays won't be until 2027.

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has highlighted the demanding nature of the modern football calendar, sharing a lighthearted conversation he had with teammate Fede Valverde. Courtois joked about the lack of breaks in the schedule, teasing Valverde about when he can expect his next holidays.

“The other day I was laughing with Fede Valverde,” Courtois recalled. “I said: 'Your next holidays will be in 2027. You know how mad that sounds!'” The humorous exchange between the two teammates underscores the intense demands of professional football, where players often have to go extended periods without a significant break.