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Young midfielder Jude Bellingham, a key player in England’s masterclass against Iran on November 21, should make his mark again against the USA on Friday in the Three Lions’ second game in Qatar, a pre-event.
Whereas World Cup In full swing in Qatar, the first matches played have already provided some lessons. Unsurprisingly, in the revelations of the competition, we see the Englishman Jude Bellingham, who exploded on the screen, in the first row. During the Three Lions’ unchallenged win over Iran (6-2).November 21 in Doha.
At 19, he is one of the most promising prospects in European football and already has 18 caps for England. In Birmingham City, revealed in the Championship (equivalent to League 2) in the 2019-2020 season, Jude Bellingham never ceases to amaze the audience impressed by his immense energy.
A player loved by Europe’s giants
Anecdotally, the midfielder is set to leave England in 2020 after just one season at 17, with Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund known for giving young players a chance. Jude Bellingham did not have to regret his choice, nor did the German club, when they invested 25 million euros to replace the English lump, which is very desirable.
In 22 matches this season he has scored 9 goals (including 4 in the Champions League) and provided 3 assists – in Germany. Special site Transfermarkt.fr. If Jude Bellingham continues to shine in this World Cup, the price may increase further. According to Bild newspaperThe Englishman could leave Borussia during next summer’s transfer window for a fee of €150 million and take over at Manchester City when his contract expires in 2025.
Meanwhile, on the field, the young prodigy plays football with confusing maturity. Although he sometimes bordered on commitment on Monday, he resented his Iranian opponents. Technically comfortable and physically powerful, he roamed throughout the match and at all ends, excelling in ball recovery. He stood first in the exam.
Already better than Scholes, Gerrard and Lampard?
Coach Gareth Southgate, who did not hesitate to trust Jude Bellingham, seems to be giving his charismatic player great freedom by calling him up to the national team on 17 November 2020.
On his podcast “Vibe with Five“, former Manchester United defender and now consultant to the British media, Rio Ferdinand, sees him as the future captain of the England team. “This kid, from the way he carries himself and carries himself, could be the captain right now. . […] The best midfielders of our generation have played for England [Rio Ferdinand a 44 ans, NDLR]. Scholes, Gerrard, Lampard to name three, Gascoigne etc. None of these guys did what Jude Bellingham did at his age on the world stage. None of them.”
Last year’s 2018 World Cup semi-finalist and ill-fated finalist at the Euros, England may have found the missing link in their squad to add a new title two years later. 1966 World Cup.
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