Real Madrid have suffered a major blow, as midfielder Jude Bellingham has sustained a plantar fasciitis injury in his right leg.
Jude Bellingham Picks Up Muscle Injury
Los Blancos confirmed the injury to Bellingham via a statement shared on their website which read:
“Following tests carried out today on our player Jude Bellingham by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with an injury to the plantar thin muscle of his right leg. Pending evolution.”
Reports indicate that Real Madrid expect Jude Bellingham to be back after the international break in September 2024.
The England international has been an important player for Los Merengues, following his move to the club from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2023.
Bellingham played an instrumental role in Real Madrid winning La Liga last term, alongside the UEFA Champions League.
Jude Bellingham also helped Carlo Ancelotti’s side win the UEFA Super Cup on August 14, 2024, defeating Europa League winners Atalanta (2-0).
Since joining Los Blancos in 2022, Bellingham has made 44 appearances for the club, scoring 23 goals and providing 14 assists across all competitions.
The 21-year-old featured for 87 minutes in Real Madrid’s opening game of the 2024/25 La Liga campaign, as they played out a 1-1 draw with Real Mallorca.
Jude Bellingham was withdrawn late on for Turkey international Arda Guler, as Los Merengues commenced the season on an underwhelming note.
Real Madrid supporters will be hoping that the club can fare greatly in Bellingham’s absence while exuding optimism that he returns from his injury layoff in good shape.
Who is Jude Bellingham?
Jude Bellingham is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for La Liga club Real Madrid and the England national team.
Bellingham is considered one of the best players in the world and is amongst the favorites to win the 2024 Ballon d’Or award.
Bellingham’s Personal Information?
He was born on June 29, 2003, in Stourbridge, England, to father Mark Bellingham, a former footballer, and mother Denise.
Jude Bellingham has one sibling, a younger brother, whose name is Jobe and he plays for Sunderland.
Jude Bellingham Market Value, Net Worth And Salary?
Bellingham’s market value is €180 million according to Transfermkt, while his net worth is estimated to be within the region of €40 million – €50 million, and he earns over €200,000 per week at Real Madrid.
Clubs He Has Played For In His Career?
The Englishman has played for just 3 clubs in his career, namely; Birmingham City, Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid.
Jude Bellingham Career Stats?
Bellingham has made 220 club appearances thus far in his career, scoring 51 goals and providing 41 assists in all competitions.
Internationally, Jude Bellingham has made 36 appearances for England, scoring 5 goals and providing 6 assists.
His Position?
He functions primarily as an attacking midfielder, but can also be utilized at the central midfield position and as a false 9.
Bellingham’s Achievements?
Jude Bellingham has won 1 UEFA Champions League title, 1 La Liga, 1 DFB-POKAL, 1 UEFA Super Cup, and 1 Spanish Super Cup.
