Real Madrid superstar will not return to action before November | OneFootball

Jude Bellingham played over 100 games despite suffering with a shoulder problem and finally underwent the much-awaited surgery a week after the conclusion of the FIFA Club World Cup.

He then completed the first phase of his recovery in the Caribbean where he not only rejuvenated after the long season but also prepared himself for the next one to boost his recovery.

His surgery, however, means that he will miss the beginning of the new season under Xabi Alonso in what comes as a huge blow to the team.

Now, AS brings out a rough timeline of when to expect Bellingham back in the squad dynamics.

Out for long

As relayed by the Spanish outlet, the talented midfielder will be out at least until the end of October. After all, the surgery he underwent is very delicate and requires a lot of rest in the initial weeks.

Jude Bellingham is recovering after a shoulder surgery. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Real Madrid, thus, must play without him for up to ten games, likely even including the first El Clasico of the next season.

While it will be difficult to adapt without a player who has stepped up and delivered time and time again since his arrival, the club hopes to see Bellingham’s best version once he is back especially given that his biggest discomfort will be gone.

Until then, Xabi Alonso must shuffle between Arda Guler, Dani Ceballos and Franco Mastantuono as his attacking midfielder and the likes of Federico Valverde, Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni as his deeper lying players.

Last season, the 22-year-old played 32 league games for Real Madrid as a starter and had 17 goal contributions to show. His output playing through the pain, needless to say, speaks volumes about the quality he possesses.