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Courtois backs Real Madrid’s new era: ‘Now it’s up to Us’
Real Madrid’s summer overhaul brings a flood of new signings and a fresh manager, while the squad’s own performance remains the decisive factor. Thibaut Courtois’s public endorsement frames this contrast, urging the club’s stars to translate recruitment into results.
Fabrizio Romano reported on Saturday that the Belgian goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois voiced confidence in both the club’s new arrivals and its incoming manager. According to Romano, Courtois highlighted the quality of the acquisitions and the stature of the coach.
What Courtois said was succinct: “Real Madrid have signed good players and a top manager.” He added, “Now it’s up to us to respond,” stressing collective responsibility.
The brevity of the statement was notable, offering an endorsement without any caveats. Romano did not name the specific signings or the manager, underscoring the comment as a show of unity rather than a detailed assessment.
As one of Los Blancos’ most senior figures, Courtois’s words carry institutional weight. Having been at the club since 2018 and repeatedly committing his future to Madrid, he serves as a credible barometer of dressing‑room sentiment.
Real Madrid’s summer has featured a coaching change alongside notable recruitment activity. Courtois’s public backing adds a senior voice to this new direction ahead of the coming campaign.
The contrast between the club’s ambitious overhaul and the players’ duty to deliver highlights the next challenge for Los Blancos. Courtois’s call for collective response suggests the season will be judged on on‑field performance rather than transfer headlines.