Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, has been released from hospital and given the all clear to play for Belgium.

The stopper was taken off during the Blues’ 2-0 win over Arsenal on Sunday, after he collided with Alexis Sanchez. He underwent precautionary tests following a head injury and has been discharged.

“Chelsea Football Club can confirm Thibaut Courtois went to hospital during our Premier League game against Arsenal yesterday (Sunday) for precautionary tests on a head injury. Those tests came back all clear,” a Chelsea statement issued on Monday read.

“Thibaut was treated for a minor cut to his ear and was released from hospital last night. He is expected to report for international duty (with Belgium) later this week.”

Courtois also took to his Twitter page, to thank fans for their support, expressing his readiness to play again.

He wrote: “Thanks for all the messages! I’m already feeling better. Now I’m resting to be recovered and back on the pitch soon. Great victory yesterday (Sunday).”