Real Madrid edged past Rayo Vallecano with a 2-1 win on Sunday, but the result was quickly overshadowed by a worrying injury to Jude Bellingham. The England midfielder was forced off just nine minutes into the game after appearing to pull his hamstring while chasing a through ball. Although he walked off unaided, Bellingham was visibly emotional, and Madrid now fear he could be sidelined for a significant spell if the injury proves serious. The former Borussia Dortmund midfielder has made 17 appearances in La Liga this season, scoring 4 and assisting another 3.
New report doesn't sound good for Real Madrid and Jude Bellingham
At a minimum, Real Madrid are expected to be without Jude Bellingham for around a month, according to a report from Diario AS. That absence could be extended further depending on the severity of the injury, particularly if tests confirm a hamstring tear and determine the grade of the damage.
Jude Bellingham Injury: which matches could the Real Madrid star miss?
If Jude Bellingham is ruled out for exactly a month, he would miss a busy run of fixtures for Real Madrid. That includes next weekend’s trip to Valencia, games against Real Sociedad, two Champions League clashes with Benfica, and league matches versus Osasuna and Getafe. Club officials will be hoping to have him fit again in time for the Madrid derby against Atletico Madrid on the weekend of March 21/22, which is seen as a realistic return date if the injury is not too serious
Bellingham injury a big blow for Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa
Jude Bellingham’s injury is a major setback for Real Madrid and head coach Alvaro Arbeloa, who sees the midfielder as a key, untouchable player. With Bellingham sidelined, Arbeloa will need to reshuffle, with Brahim Diaz, Arda Guler and Rodrygo Goes all options for the attacking midfield role. The club now anxiously awaits medical test results over the next 24–48 hours, hoping for positive news on Bellingham’s recovery timeline.
