Much like the Kylian Mbappe saga last summer, Jude Bellingham’s move to Real Madrid too could be heading into some troubles, with the possibility of a collapse looming.
The club’s interest in the player is still alive, but the Premier League, where Liverpool and Manchester City want him, could prove to be an issue for Real Madrid.
According to reports from MARCA, Los Blancos have done all they can to sign Bellingham. The ball now lies in his court.
The youngster is still Real Madrid’s first-choice signing in midfield. However, if the player opts against a move to Santiago Bernabeu, the club will continue to look for other options, although the options are not clear.
Enzo Fernandez was Real Madrid’s plan B, however, the Argentine signed for Chelsea on deadline day and took his name off the table.
Florian Wirtz and Rayan Cherki are some of the options the European Champions can ponder on as potential replacements. Else, the possibility of promoting the talented Nico Paz is also a viable solution.
Real Madrid’s approach to the situation will largely depend on the future of Toni Kroos. The German revealed recently that he was not far off from taking a final call.
If his preference is to hang his boots, Florentino Perez might have to rush into an emergency signing no matter the cost.
All hope is not lost over Bellingham, but it is understandable that his party prefer a move to England. After all, he has at least a decade left at the top level and could look to sign for the Merengues after refining his skills in a few years.
The 19-year-old has scored four goals and provided an assist in just five UEFA Champions League clashes this season and averages a key pass per game.
