Jude Bellingham is anticipated to be out of action until after the September international break due to a leg injury sustained during training with Real Madrid. The midfielder, who joined Los Blancos from Borussia Dortmund, had featured in their recent 1-1 draw against Mallorca. He was expected to play in the upcoming fixture against Real Valladolid on Sunday.
Real Madrid has confirmed that Bellingham is undergoing evaluation and treatment by their medical team. The club’s statement revealed that Bellingham has been diagnosed with an injury to the plantaris muscle in his right leg, with further updates pending.
Manager Carlo Ancelotti commented on Bellingham’s condition, noting that the player had suffered a blow and is being assessed. According to reports from Fabrizio Romano, Bellingham is not expected to return to play until late September. This means he will miss matches against Las Palmas, Real Betis, and the Nations League games for England against the Republic of Ireland and Finland.
Bellingham’s absence opens up potential starting opportunities for other players, such as veteran Luka Modric, who came on as a substitute in the draw with Mallorca and during the UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta. Additionally, Real Madrid is already without Eduardo Camavinga due to a knee injury, which will keep him sidelined for up to six weeks. David Alaba is also recovering from torn meniscus and ACL injuries, and Ferland Mendy will miss the Valladolid match due to a suspension following a red card. Despite speculation about signing a new centre-back, Ancelotti has stated that the club’s transfer business for the summer is complete.
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