Fast-rising English attacking midfielder Jude Bellingham is set to clinch the 2023 Golden Boy Award after winning 95% of the votes.
As per reports from Spanish media, the Real Madrid and former Borussia Dortmund star is a top favorite to clinch the award.
His sensational LaLiga El Clasico debut has knocked off any remnants of doubt he is destined to rule and dominate the game even at the biggest stages of football.
While his brilliant start to life at Real Madrid has further sharpened his attacking skills further moulding him into a whole player balancing playmaking and goalscoring roles, it is pertinent to note Bellingham was still a football sensation before his move to Santiago Bernabeu and was in contention for the 2023 Golden Boy award.
His switch to Spain capital has served to boost his chances over his other nominees for the award.
Spanish sources suggest Bellingham has earned votes from 95 per cent of media outlets in the selection process.
His main rival is Bayern Munich’s Jamaal Musiala – his former Croydon schoolmate. Manchester United’s Rasmus Hojlund was also in the mix but has fallen down the pecking order following United abysmal start to the campaign.
Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal was also nominated for the award and was tipped to give Bellingham a tough run but his stats pales into insignificance when juxtaposed with Bellingham’s.
Bellingham would be only the third Englishman to win the prize – for players who are 21 and under at the start of the season – after Wayne Rooney in 2004 and Raheem Sterling in 2014.
Jude Bellingham
Jude Bellingham is a 19-year-old English professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund and the England national team.
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Bellingham is considered to be one of the most promising young players in world football. He is known for his energy, passing ability, and tackling skills. He is also a versatile player who can play in a number of positions in midfield.
Bellingham began his professional career with Birmingham City, where he made his first-team debut at the age of 16. He joined Borussia Dortmund in 2020 for a fee of £25 million, becoming the most expensive English teenager in history.
Bellingham has quickly established himself as one of the key players for Dortmund. He made 41 appearances in all competitions in his first season at the club, scoring 4 goals and providing 6 assists. He also helped Dortmund to win the DFB-Pokal.
In the 2022/23 season, Bellingham has continued to impress. He has made 31 appearances in all competitions, scoring 6 goals and providing 14 assists. He has also helped Dortmund to reach the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Bellingham has also been a regular for the England national team. He made his debut in November 2020, and he was part of the England squad that reached the final of the UEFA Euro 2020. He has made 17 appearances for England, scoring 1 goal.
Bellingham is widely regarded as one of the most talented young players in world football. He is a complete midfielder who has all the attributes to become a world-class player. He is also a versatile player who can play in a number of positions in midfield.
Bellingham is still only 20 years old, but he has already achieved a lot in his young career. He is a key player for Borussia Dortmund and the England national team. He is also one of the most promising young players in world football. He is destined for a great future.
