Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has expressed his feelings about the possibility of facing his former club, Borussia Dortmund, in the UEFA Champions League. Speaking at a media session at Real Madrid’s training ground, the 20-year-old English international described the potential matchup as “a bit of a fairy tale.”
“I think it would be a special moment to play against Dortmund,” Bellingham said. “I spent three fantastic years there, and facing them would be emotional but exciting.”
Bellingham has been in sensational form since joining Los Blancos, scoring 10 goals in his first 10 appearances. His seamless adaptation to life in Madrid has caught the attention of fans and analysts worldwide.
“Real Madrid has been incredible,” he added. “The support from the club and the fans has made it easy for me to settle in.”
When asked about his former teammate, Jadon Sancho, Bellingham shared, “I spoke to Jadon a little bit. He’s someone I respect a lot from our time together at Dortmund and with England.”
While a clash between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund is not scheduled in the immediate future, fans are eagerly anticipating the possibility as both teams advance in the Champions League.
Bellingham remains focused on contributing to Real Madrid’s success this season. “My goal is to help the team in any way I can,” he said. “Every match is important, and we have to stay concentrated.”
The prospect of Bellingham facing his former club adds an intriguing storyline to this season’s Champions League campaign. Whether or not the two teams meet, the young midfielder’s journey continues to captivate football enthusiasts around the globe.
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Bellingham: Champions League final vs. Dortmund like a fairy tale
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