Jude Bellingham left the pitch to a standing ovation at the Bernabeu last Saturday. He has become used to those following his extraordinary start to life at Real Madrid — and he joined up with the England squad this week as arguably the most in-form player in world football.
Just two months into his Madrid career, Bellingham has become the leader in a team of superstars. His two goals in a 4-0 LaLiga win over Osasuna took him to 10 goals in 10 games for his new club, and already he is being referred to in Spain as ‘El Jefe’, the boss.