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Courtois Welcomes Van Bommel's Appointment as Belgium Coach
Courtois said he wants to keep playing for Belgium, but his future depends on talks with Mark van Bommel and a possible Nations League rest.
- On Sunday, Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois welcomed the appointment of Mark van Bommel as the new national team coach, saying he will discuss his international future with the former Dutch international soon.
- Weeks after Belgium's World Cup quarter-final exit, Van Bommel replaced Rudi Garcia after the French-born coach and Belgian federation agreed not to renew his deal.
- During the 2-1 World Cup loss to Spain, Courtois was injured on July 10 while replacement Senne Lammens made an error; Courtois stated, "We agreed that only players who are 100 per cent fit will play."
- Courtois said his international future depends on talks with Van Bommel, particularly regarding his desire to skip the Nations League campaign to rest after the World Cup.
- Players speak positively about Van Bommel's success at Antwerp, and Courtois noted his top-level experience earns respect from the squad, positioning him favorably with Belgium's roster.
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