Jude Bellingham has addressed the circulating rumors about a potential transfer to Liverpool in 2023, sharing insights on the likelihood of such a move in the future.
Before the Champions League match between Real Madrid and Liverpool, the English midfielder clarified that his move to Anfield “wasn’t as close as people made it out to be.”
Bellingham ultimately opted for Real Madrid, which he deemed the “perfect club” for his career goals.
Although he admires Liverpool great Steven Gerrard, Bellingham emphasized that Madrid provides the best setting for his development.
“I’m very happy at Madrid,” Bellingham expressed. “I foresee spending the next 10-15 years in white.”
Jude Bellingham: “Future move to Liverpool? I think the next 10-15 years will be in white for me!”.
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Bellingham discusses Real Madrid’s recent performance
Despite an unsteady start in the Champions League, Bellingham dismissed notions of a crisis at Real Madrid.
The team has recently bounced back with consecutive league victories, and the midfielder is optimistic about their trajectory.
“In the last couple of games, we’ve started to regain form,” Bellingham commented on the team’s recent performance.
“Previously, we experienced a few disappointing results which led to talk of a crisis, but we don’t see it that way.”
Bellingham added, “If being in a crisis means still contending in La Liga and the Champions League, it’s not such a bad situation.”
With Real Madrid preparing to compete against Liverpool, all eyes will be on Bellingham as he takes the field at Anfield.