Carlo Ancelotti Hails Jude Bellingham After Real Madrid Debut Against AC Milan

Carlo Ancelotti Hails Jude Bellingham After Real Madrid Debut Against AC Milan

Chukwu Ikechukwu
updated at July 24, 2023 at 9:18 AM
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  • Carlo Ancelotti described Jude Bellingham as a fantastic player after he made his Real Madrid debut
  • Bellingham made his first Real Madrid appearance in their preseason friendly tie against AC Milan
  • The England midfielder joined Real Madrid this summer from Borussia Dortmund

Jude Bellingham’s performance in his first game for Real Madrid has left coach Carlo Ancelotti in awe of the young England midfielder’s qualities.

The 20-year-old England international stole the show in midfield during Los Blancos’ preseason friendly game against AC Milan after being on the pitch for just over an hour.

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Jude Bellingham made his Real Madrid debut in Los Blancos' 3-2 preseason friendly victory against AC Milan on Sunday. Photo by DeFodi Images
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Bellingham was thrown straight into a midfield four alongside Toni Kroos, Federico Valverde and Eduardo Camavinga, and it was the Englishman who caught the attention of the fans and his manager.

According to Madrid Universal, Ancelotti has now hailed Bellingham, describing the England midfielder as an important player for the Spanish giants, hailing him as a complete midfielder.

"Jude Bellingham? He's a fantastic player. He's very important. He's a complete midfielder. Very good without the ball. He's unique, extraordinary."

Last month, Bellingham became the most expensive British player after sealing a move to Madrid worth a reported fee of £113 million.

Jude Bellingham’s debut goes viral

Meanwhile, a compilation of Jude Bellingham’s highlights during his Real Madrid debut against AC Milan has gone viral following the England midfielder’s stunning performance for the La Liga giants, Sport Bible reports.

The former Borussia Dortmund midfielder showed flashes of his abilities, producing some very nice passes and providing energy in the centre of the park for Real Madrid.

Real Madrid fought back from two goals down to eventually win the tie 3-2 against the Serie A giants, with Bellingham instantly becoming the fans’ favourite despite starting in a team of established midfielders such as Toni Kroos.

Bellingham causes internet meltdown

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Jude Bellingham sent social media into a frenzy with a sensational display on his Real Madrid debut.

Thrown into action by Carlo Ancelotti during Madrid's first pre-season match, the young midfielder adapted seamlessly, contributing to their comeback victory against AC Milan on July 24.

Bellingham's impressive performance saw him dominate the midfield effortlessly, as he confidently held his ground for 63 minutes before being substituted for Nico Paz.

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Chukwu Ikechukwu Godwin is a journalist with over 9 years of experience in the Nigerian media industry. He has worked both in Radio (Today FM, Rhythm FM, Wish FM) and Television (Silverbird TV) as a Sports Analyst..
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