Valverde picks up a knock and 3 more fresh updates from training

Here are the latest training updates you should be aware of ahead of Real Madrid's La Liga clash against Las Palmas.

- Thibaut Courtois continues training on the grass – it's not ruled out that he will be back at the end of the season;

- Same for Eder Militao who's expected back sooner, though – in February or March;

- David Alaba can now train without crutches, maybe he'll also be back before the season ends;

- Federico Valverde has picked up a small knock but should be available again on Thursday.