Real Madrid star sad at manner of Chelsea exit

Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has admitted that he is sad with the manner of his departure from Chelsea during the summer transfer window.

The shot-stopper was supposedly keen on joining Real Madrid before the World Cup but his delayed departure meant that he received plenty of criticism from the Blues supporters.

Speaking to Sky Sports News, Courtois admitted that he feels 'sad' with the way he has been portrayed among the Blues' faithful, given he had already conveyed his desire to leave the club as early as March.

"It makes me feel sad and obviously they don't know all the truth. I think in March the decision was already made and I thought the club would accept it, he said.

"If I did go there maybe, I didn't want to be toxic, so obviously it is a pity because I love Chelsea. I loved playing there and I am happy to have won two Premier Leagues and hopefully it will turn around."

Courtois was an unused substitute for Real Madrid in the opening two league games of the campaign but he has since made his debut during the 4-1 triumph over Leganes last weekend.

He is currently with the Belgian national side and recently featured in the thumping 4-0 win over Scotland in a friendly on Friday night. Michy Batshuayi starred for the Red Devils with a second-half brace.