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Luke Weir

Real Madrid star reveals why Champions League holders must avoid Chelsea in quarter-final draw

Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has revealed he doesn't want to return to Stamford Bridge for the Champions League quarter-final. Chelsea reached the last-eight courtesy of a 2-1 aggregate win against Borussia Dortmund while Madrid overcame Liverpool 6-2 to book their place.

While some might think the former Chelsea player would relish the opportunity to show his former employers what they've been missing, Courtois has said he actually wants to avoid a reunion. The Belgian shot-stopper added he would also like to avoid the other English side to reach the last-eight in the form of Manchester City, who thrashed RB Leipzig 7-0 at the Etihad on Tuesday.

When asked who he would like Los Blancos to play in the Champions League quarter-final, Courtois replied: "I would like to change a bit. Last year we already faced City and Chelsea, let’s see if we play other teams this year.

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