Thibaut Courtois has been cleared to play in the Champions League Semifinal for Atlético Madrid against Chelsea.

Courtois is on loan to Atleti from Chelsea and has been one of the best goalkeepers of the tournament.

Courtois signed a five-year contract with Chelsea in 2011, but he's never played for the club.

Chelsea chief executive Ron Gourlay said the goalkeeper's eligibility to face his parent club "was never in doubt".

He added: "Regarding the Uefa statement, we'll evaluate it over the next 24 to 48 hours. As far as we're concerned we complied with loan rules. He can play against Chelsea - if selected."