Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham should undergo surgery on his left shoulder in London this week, reports.
The international in England should be out of service for about 10 to 12 weeks, excluding it for a large part of the campaign of the beginning of 2025/26.
Bellingham, 22, faced a persistent shoulder problem that dates back to November 2023, when he suffered a dislocation during a LaLiga confrontation with Rayo Vallecano.
Despite the injury, he opted for a non -surgical rehabilitation program to stay available for selection during a crucial section of the season for Madrid.
This decision finally meant that he never completely recovered from the problem. The midfielder, who started in every match of the Real Madrid Club World Cup campaign last month, confirmed that he would undergo surgery after their 3-1 victory against Pachuca.
“I’m going to do the operation after the tournament,” he said. “I’m tired of playing with the splint, especially in the heat. It will be good to have my old shoulder, so I can’t wait to be there. ”
🚨 Jude Bellingham should undergo long -awaited surgery on his shoulder today, @Diaries Report 🤕
This will keep him away until October 💔 pic.twitter.com/kzjeruwu8q
– Onefootball (@onefootball) July 15, 2025
Bellingham had a first stellar season after his arrival from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2023. He played a vital role in the double of Madrid and the Champions League, contributing 15 goals and 15 assists on 58 appearances in all competitions.
Madrid began the new Laliga season under the new Xabi Alonso head coach on August 19, when they welcome Osasuna to the Santiago Bernabeu.
However, they will have to sail in the first matches – and the opening phase of their champions League defense – without one of their key men.
Bellingham aims for a return in early October, which means that it could miss up to eight championship games and several important European links.
Its recovery will be closely monitored by the club and the country, England also retaining a vigilant eye while they are preparing for the fall internationals and the 2026 World Cup.
