Angry Atletico Madrid supporters defaced a plaque recognising Thibaut Courtois’ achievements for the club ahead of a derby date with arch-rivals Real Madrid on Saturday.
The Belgium international goalkeeper took in three seasons on loan with the Rojiblancos between 2011 and 2014.
As a teenager awaiting an opportunity at Chelsea, he was offered the chance to star on a grand stage by the Liga heavyweights.
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He made over 150 appearances for Atletico during a series of loans and helped them to the top-flight title in Spain along with Copa del Rey and Europa League successes.