Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has been sidelined due to a muscular injury in his right leg, the club confirmed. The injury occurred during a training session on Friday, with Bellingham expected to be out of action until mid-September following the international break.
Real Madrid, who recently signed Kylian Mbappé from Paris Saint-Germain, are set to face Real Valladolid in their first home match of the season at the Bernabéu on Sunday. The team started the campaign with a 1-1 draw against Mallorca last weekend.
According to the club's medical services, Bellingham has been diagnosed with an injury in the plantaris muscle in his right leg. Coach Carlo Ancelotti mentioned that they are assessing the situation after Bellingham sustained a knock during training.
Bellingham, a key player for Madrid, scored 19 league goals last season and played a crucial role in their recent UEFA Super Cup victory over Atalanta. The team is aiming for success in the 2024-25 season, especially with the addition of Mbappé to their squad.
Ancelotti acknowledged the need for improvement following the draw against Mallorca, emphasizing the importance of balance in the team's performance. He also dismissed any concerns about integrating forward Rodrygo into the lineup alongside Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Bellingham.
As Madrid prepares for upcoming fixtures, including Bellingham's recovery and Mbappé's home debut, fans are eager to see how the team will perform under Ancelotti's guidance.
