Early career and Genk
Courtois was born in the city of Bree in Flanders, to a Walloon father and a Flemish mother. He began his career with local side Bilzen V.V., as a left back. Soon after, in 1999, he joined See more

Considered a highly promising prospect in his youth, Courtois subsequently established himself as one of the best players in the world in his position. Due to his wide range of … See more

Genk
• Belgian Pro League: 2010–11
Atlético Madrid
• La Liga: 2013–14
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Early career
Courtois was first called up to the Belgium squad in October 2011 and made his debut the following month in a friendly 0–0 draw against France at the Stade de France, making him the youngest goalkeeper to play … See more

Personal life
Courtois speaks both Dutch and French, as well as Spanish and English. Thibaut's older sister Valérie Courtois is a volleyball player who plays as a See more

• List of men's footballers with 100 or more international caps See more

• Official website
• Profile at the Real Madrid CF website
• Thibaut Courtois at the Royal Belgian Football Association
• Thibaut Courtois – UEFA competition record (archive) See more