Real Madrid is reportedly planning shoulder surgery for Jude Bellingham due to an undisclosed issue.
Troublesome Shoulder Injury Hounds Bellingham
The headache persists for Jude Bellingham as his troublesome shoulder issue continues to cause problems this season.
This Real Madrid maestro is now left no choice but to heavily strap the problematic area, declining surgery to address his long-standing dilemma.
Bellingham initially experienced issues with his shoulder during his tenure at Borussia Dortmund in Germany, often wearing shoulder support during games between 2020 to 2023. Fast forward two years, and the strapping remains a constant feature.
What's Ailing Bellingham's Shoulder?
Following his transfer to Spain, Bellingham dislocated his shoulder during a 0-0 draw against Rayo Vallecano in November 2023. Consequently, he was forced to miss Real Madrid's subsequent two matches and England's last two Euro 2024 qualifiers.
It was anticipated that surgery would transpire as a result of his injury woes, but eventually, the operation failed to materialize.
The injury surfaced once more in a 1-0 victory against city rivals Getafe last month. As Bellingham emerged as a second-half substitute, his left shoulder was conspicuously strapped up by a Real Madrid medic.
Despite falling short in both the Copa del Rey final and missing out on La Liga glory to El Clasico rivals Barcelona, Madrid's trophy aspirations are far from over.
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Los Blancos will appear in the FIFA Club World Cup in June, with Bellingham's shoulder surgery scheduled to take place following the tournament.
As reported by The Athletic, Bellingham is anticipated to be sidelined for approximately 12 weeks, making him unavailable for the start of the 2025-26 La Liga season.
"It's the same shoulder as last year," remarked manager Carlo Ancelotti in September when concerns surfaced about Bellingham's shoulder problem. "The issue he had the other day hasn't affected him. He'll wear protection, just to be safe, but he's available, he'll play."
In December, Bellingham himself downplayed his injury, stating, "It's OK. I'm still in the sling which is a little uncomfortable, but overall, the feeling is pretty good."
This isn't the first long-term injury that Bellingham has confronted, having previously worn a knee brace for months.
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[1] Enrichment Data: Highlighted sections provide a brief overview of Jude Bellingham's shoulder injury, its initial occurrence during his time at Borussia Dortmund, and the expected recovery period following his surgery.
[2] Enrichment Data: Discusses Bellingham's role in the Euro 2024 qualifiers, despite having injured his shoulder.
[3] Enrichment Data: Provides insights into Bellingham's timeline for surgery and expected absence from the start of the 2025-26 La Liga season.
The shoulder injury that has plagued Jude Bellingham throughout the season is causing him distress even after his transfer to Real Madrid. The injury initially occurred during a match against Rayo Vallecano in 2023, forcing him to miss subsequent games. Surgery was initially anticipated, but Bellingham chose not to proceed with the operation.
Bellingham's shoulder issue resurfaced during a match against Getafe last month, necessitating the attention of a Real Madrid medic for strapping. His recovery and expected surgery are scheduled to take place following the FIFA Club World Cup.
Manager Carlo Ancelotti commented on Bellingham's shoulder problem in September, stating that while he would wear protection, he would be available to play. Bellingham himself downplayed the injury in December, describing it as "OK."
This isn't the first long-term injury that Bellingham has experienced, having previously worn a knee brace for an extended period. Despite his injury, Bellingham was still called up for England's Euro 2024 qualifiers despite missing matches due to his shoulder injury.
