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Real Madrid stand out as one of football’s most special institutions, not only for their glorious history but the long list of legends to have played for the club.

Having a reputation for signing the very best in the business, irrespective of the cost involved, they have earned the name ‘The Galacticos’ aptly.

After all, the best players on the planet have almost always had a stint with the Merengues.

Concurrently, however, there is perpetually a section of the dressing room hidden in the spotlight taken by the said big names, leading to a clear differentiation of roles and prominence internally.

Beckham as a ‘worker’

Real Madrid legend David Beckham spoke on Rio Ferdinand’s podcast recently, where he briefly spoke about his time at the Spanish capital and how the dressing room in Madrid has a clear stratification.

“There are two types of players at Real Madrid: the stars and the workers. I was a worker,” he began.

Elaborating on why he classified himself as a ‘worker’ at the club and not a ‘superstar’, Beckham said,

“I was a worker, that’s how I always saw myself.

“If I wanted to fit in, gain the love of the Real Madrid fans, you know, there were so many stars on our team, and I saw myself as a worker on the pitch,” he added.

Beckham has praised Bellingham’s success. (Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez Rey/Getty Images)

He then stated that he felt he would earn the fans’ favour quicker if he worked harder.

“I knew that if I worked harder than anyone else, then at least the fans would respect that.”

On Jude Bellingham

The Spanish legend then spoke on where he placed Jude Bellingham in the aforementioned categories and why the Englishman’s move to Spain has been successful so far.

“I think that Jude Bellingham fits in there (at Real Madrid). He’s an exceptional talent, a star, but he’s also a worker.”

“And I think that’s why it’s been so successful for Jude,” he added.

Finally, he concluded by praising former Real Madrid legend Cristiano Ronaldo while speaking about the Al-Nassr star’s time at the club.

“Cristiano Ronaldo’s time at Real Madrid? It was incredible, and every team he played for, he left a legacy for himself.”

“First with Portugal, then with United, Real Madrid, Juventus and Al-Nassr. He has an exceptional career when we look at it today; it’s truly unbelievable,” he added.