Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham enjoyed a standout performance early in the season, but his recent injury has raised concerns among fans. After sustaining a muscle injury, Bellingham will be missing out on a few matches. So, what happened to Bellingham, and when will he return?
Here’s everything you need to know about Jude Bellingham’s injury.
What injury is Jude Bellingham suffering from?
Jude Bellingham is set to miss several weeks of action following an injury that has sidelined him from Real Madrid’s recent LaLiga fixture against Real Betis. The young midfielder is dealing with a “muscle injury in the plantar muscle of his right leg.” (via Be In Sports)
The injury occurred during a routine training session last Friday. Bellingham had to cut his participation short due to pain. This unforeseen issue led to his absence in Real Madrid’s 3-0 win over Real Valladolid, their first victory of the new season. The team’s medical staff quickly assessed the situation, confirming the severity of the injury.
In a heartfelt message posted on social media, Bellingham reflected on his frustration at missing games. However, he chose to focus on the positive aspects.
When will Jude Bellingham return to play for Real Madrid CF?
Jude Bellingham is set to be out of action for around a month.
This injury occurred during a training session and will keep Bellingham from participating in several critical games. He is expected to miss Real Madrid’s La Liga matches against Real Valladolid, Real Betis, Real Sociedad, and Espanyol, as well as England’s fixtures in the Nations League throughout September.
In their official statement, Real Madrid outlined, “Following tests conducted today on our player Jude Bellingham by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with a lesion in the plantar muscle of his right leg. His recovery will depend on his progress.”
