Unveiling the Ideal Role for Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid
Real Madrid secures the transfer of Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund for a record-breaking fee With a strong midfield already in place, where will the young England star fit in at the Spanish giant?
During the World Cup with England, Jude Bellingham showcased his exceptional skills and caught the attention of Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti who commented on his position among the best young midfielders in the world. Although Ancelotti recognized Bellingham's talent, he expressed his loyalty to his own talented young midfielders.
Real Madrid's dominance in the midfield position was evident despite Bellingham being highly sought-after during this summer's transfer window. The club boasts an impressive array of young midfielders, including Aurelien Tchouameni who joined for a record-breaking £68m from Monaco last year at the age of 23. Eduardo Camavinga, who arrived from Rennes for a £35m fee at the age of 20, is another promising addition to the team. Meanwhile, Federico Valverde, 24, has already made close to 200 appearances for Real Madrid.
With the addition of Luka Modric, 37, and Toni Kroos, 33, who are still crucial to the Real team despite their combined age of 70, the midfield boasts a perfect balance of young talent and seasoned expertise. And now, with the acquisition of Bellingham through a deal with Borussia Dortmund at an initial cost of £88.5m, which could potentially rise to £115m with add-ons, the midfield lineup becomes even more formidable.
Why Bellingham deal makes sense
Despite his young age and relative inexperience, Jude Bellingham has already established himself as an important player for both Borussia Dortmund and the English national team. With his impressive performances in midfield, it's clear that he has the potential to become a key player for Real Madrid as well. However, with a team as strong as Real, nothing is guaranteed and Bellingham will need to continue working hard to earn his place in the starting line-up.According to Semra Hunter, LaLigaTV presenter, while Real Madrid could be a good fit for Pogba, it is unlikely that he will immediately walk into the team. This is because Kroos and Modric are still key players in midfield for Real, especially in important games such as their recent Champions League victories. Additionally, both Kroos and Modric are expected to remain with the team next season, so any significant changes in the midfield will require some effort.
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"These are players who know how to read the game, they know when to speed up and when to slow down, when to pass and when to keep the ball. They have an incredible ability to manage the game and make the team play well. They are very important players for us."
With age comes a unique perspective that can only be gained through experience. While it may take away certain qualities, it also bestows others upon those who have lived longer. Despite the arrival of Bellingham, it seems unlikely that any of the Real Madrid midfielders will be departing from the club anytime soon.
Hunter acknowledged that Bellingham will face tough competition in the midfield in the near future. However, he pointed out that Kroos currently lacks a long-term successor in the team, and Bellingham appears to be the most suitable candidate to fill that role for the German player.
Hunter also acknowledges that Bellingham's youth and talent set him apart from the Real midfielders. As a result, there may be some rotation and competition for playing time in the midfield in the near future.
Bellingham's future at Real Madrid looks promising as he will have ample opportunities to showcase his skills and secure a starting position. Real Madrid is known for nurturing young talents like Bellingham, who is at the perfect age for long-term development and growth, with the potential to stay with the team for a decade or more.
Bellingham's unique style of play sets him apart from the other midfielders at Real. Despite having lower passing and chance creation stats compared to his Real counterparts, Bellingham's defensive and pressing stats outshine them all. This can be attributed to the difference in ball possession between Dortmund and Real in the current season.
Bellingham's attacking prowess was on full display, despite having less possession. He outshone every Real midfielder with his superior completion of take-ons, through balls, and shots, thereby proving himself to be a more viable attacking option than those already at Ancelotti's disposal.
Only time will tell whether Bellingham's value will increase or if he will potentially benefit from continuing his football journey in the Premier League. However, the young player has already demonstrated in recent years that he is capable of boosting his reputation without relying solely on his home country. Joining Real Madrid represents a significant achievement for any player, given the club's impressive history and reputation.
