Real Madrid Hit By Jude Bellingham Injury Scare Ahead Of Atletico Clash

Jude Bellingham’s sudden injury has given Real Madrid a problem before their matchup with Atletico in the cross-city derby.

The England international midfielder has been in sensational form for the Blancos since completing a €103 million (£89m/$110m) summer transfer from Borussia Dortmund. Bellingham has scored six and assisted one of Real’s 11 goals so far this season.

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Losing him suddenly would throw Carlo Ancelotti’s plans for Sunday’s match against Atletico at the Wanda Metropolitano for a loop. Bellingham leaving training early on Friday was a sight that no one at Santiago Bernabeu wanted to see.

The 20-year-old playmaker was having gastrointestinal issues, according to AS. At this moment, it cannot be determined if a muscular or medical issue existed. Bellingham is expected to be prepared for La Liga action this weekend, according to reports from Real’s medical staff.

Ancelotti has led his team to five straight victories in the Spanish top-flight, with a perfect record placing them at the top of the table. He has also collected a 1-0 victory over Union Berlin in their Champions League debut for 2023–24 despite already being without Dani Carvajal, Vinicius Junior, Arda Guler, Eder Militao, and Thibaut Courtois.