New Delhi: Jude Bellingham is set to miss approximately one month of football after suffering a calf injury in training on Friday. Real Madrid confirmed that Bellingham has an issue with the plantaris muscle in his right leg. The club has not given a precise timeline for his return but sources suggest he will be sidelined until mid-September.
The injury means Bellingham will be absent from several important fixtures. He will miss Real Madrid’s La Liga games against Real Valladolid, Las Palmas, and Real Betis. Additionally, he will be unavailable for England’s Nations League matches against the Republic of Ireland and Finland in September.
🚨⚪️ Jude Bellingham suffers plantar fasciitis injury in his right leg.
Real Madrid expect Bellingham to be back after the international break in late September. pic.twitter.com/rmv2mp045T
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 23, 2024
Bellingham’s injury is a significant setback for Real Madrid. Last season, the 21-year-old was a key player, helping the club secure both the Champions League and La Liga titles. This season, he had been playing a central midfield role to make space for the new arrival, Kylian Mbappé. Bellingham’s absence will force manager Carlo Ancelotti to rethink his tactics and adjust his midfield setup.
In the opening games of this season, Bellingham had been central to Madrid’s plans, starting in the 1-1 draw against Mallorca and playing a part in the Super Cup victory against Atalanta. His injury occurred during a Friday training session, and the club’s medical staff will work to ensure his recovery is as swift and safe as possible.
Madrid’s first home game of the season, against Real Valladolid at the Santiago Bernabéu, will be played without Bellingham. This match is particularly significant as it will also mark Mbappé’s home debut for the club.
England interim manager Lee Carsley, appointed following Gareth Southgate’s resignation, will also have to plan without Bellingham for the Nations League fixtures. Carsley will announce his squad on August 29, with former England players Ashley Cole and Joleon Lescott joining his backroom team.
Bellingham’s absence is a blow, but Real Madrid will rely on their squad depth to cover his role during his recovery.
Jude Bellingham will miss around a month of football due to a calf injury, affecting both Real Madrid and England. Football Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
