Bellingham Undergoes Surgery, Faces Months Out

Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid’s midfielder, has now undergone surgery in London to address a recurring left shoulder dislocation that has affected him since November 2023. He postponed the procedure to help Madrid win La Liga, the Champions League, and to play for England in the Euro 2024 final, only undergoing surgery after the Club World Cup. Bellingham is expected to be sidelined for 10 to 12 weeks, though some estimates suggest up to four months, potentially causing him to miss up to 12 La Liga matches, Champions League group-stage games, and England’s autumn internationals. Real Madrid has not provided a precise recovery timeline, but a return between late September and November is targeted depending on his rehabilitation. The club faces a significant setback in his absence, though there is optimism about his full recovery. Bellingham, who recorded 15 goals and 15 assists last season, is determined to return stronger.