Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund. The England international has signed a six-year deal with the Spanish giants, marking the start of a new chapter in his already impressive career.
The transfer, which was finalized for an initial £88.5 million, is expected to rise to a staggering £113.5 million due to performance-related add-ons. The deal was orchestrated by Carlo Ancelotti, who identified Bellingham as a priority signing for the summer.
This move comes as part of Real Madrid’s strategy to bounce back after a challenging season that saw them finish 10 points behind Barcelona in LaLiga and suffer a 5-1 defeat by Man City in the Champions League semi-finals.
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Bellingham, who is only 19, has already made a name for himself with his exceptional performances on the pitch. His transfer to Real Madrid is seen as a significant step in his career, and the club is set to officially present him as a new player at a ceremony tomorrow.
The young midfielder has expressed his gratitude towards England manager Gareth Southgate for his role in his development. Bellingham praised Southgate’s management of the expectations around young players like himself, Bukayo Saka, Phil Foden, and Marcus Rashford. He also acknowledged the pressure that comes with being a rising star in England, but expressed confidence in his ability to handle it.
