😳 More than expected? Nerves as Bellingham faces a longer spell out | OneFootball

The medical outlook for the "White House" is becoming significantly complicated. After the initial evaluations of Jude Bellingham's recent injury, the news is not encouraging for the team led by Álvaro Arbeloa.

What initially seemed like a brief absence now appears to have turned into a long-term problem that will alter the club's plans during the decisive stretch of the season.

A Downtime That Doubles

According to Ramón Álvarez de Mon, the current indications suggest that the English midfielder will not be out of competition for just one month, as initially speculated.

New estimates suggest that the recovery period could extend to two months. This extension in recovery time is a significant setback, as Bellingham is the creative engine and an irreplaceable piece in the Madrid lineup.

Impact on the Key Schedule

If this eight-week prognosis is confirmed, Real Madrid would lose its star for crucial matches both in LaLiga and the knockout stages of the Champions League.

The medical team would opt for a conservative rehabilitation to avoid any type of relapse, prioritizing the player's return to 100%. Meanwhile, Arbeloa will have to seek solutions within his squad to replace the scoring contribution and physical presence that the British "5" provides.

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