Jude Bellingham To Face 4-game Ban For Alleged Greenwood Slur

Real Madrid midfielder, Jude Bellingham could face a suspension if proven guilty of aiming a slur at Getafe star Mason Greenwood during La Liga clash.

The incident in question took place on February 1st during Real Madrid vs. Getafe in a league match. Bellingham reportedly mouthed the word “Rapist” at the Manchester United loanee after challenging his countryman on the pitch. After Getafe filed a protest with the La Liga official on site, the league brought in a lip reader to evaluate the exchange.

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Cope now claims that La Liga has moved the case to the committee for competition. Though the league has not yet released the final report, the lip reader has already notified the committee of the conclusion. If proven guilty, Greenwood might face a four-game penalty.

As per some reports, the Real Madrid star did not utter the word ‘Rapist’ and had rather said ‘rubbish’ which was misinterpreted, although Getafe has demanded a proper investigation. The club have backed Greenwood in the entire episode who joined them on a season-long loan from the Red Devils after having seen charges of attempted rape, assault, and coercive control made against him dropped in February 2023.

With seven goals and five assists in 23 games across all competitions, the English winger has been a standout player for the Azulones this season. In the summer, the Spanish team may decide to make his loan transfer permanent.

The England international may have to spend some time on the sidelines if found guilty. Due to a sprained ankle, he is currently unable to perform and will likely be unavailable for at least three weeks.