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Real Madrid’s $111 Million Starboy Jude Bellingham Enters Kylian Mbappe Territory That Even Cristiano Ronaldo & Lionel Messi Failed to Achieve

Published 10/04/2023, 7:00 AM EDT

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Jude Bellingham is quickly establishing himself as one of the best. The 20-year-old Englishman is in stunning form since joining Real Madrid from Borussia Dortmund in the summer. His $111 million move was one of the most high-profile transfers of the summer window. What’s more astonishing is that he’s already achieving feats that even the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi failed to accomplish.

Bellingham’s most recent masterpiece came in Real Madrid’s recent victory, as he registered his name alongside Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland. Let’s dive deeper and learn more about the latest chapter in Bellingham’s meteoric rise.

Jude Bellingham enters elite territory

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In Real Madrid’s recent Champions League game against Napoli at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium in Naples, Jude Bellingham was the star of the show. He not only assisted in Real Madrid’s opening goal with a breathtaking steal in the final third but also showcased his individual brilliance by embarking on a scintillating solo run from the halfway line to score the second goal for the Spanish giants.

However, there’s one jaw-dropping revelation that sets Jude Bellingham apart and elevates him. According to reports, Bellingham has already scored eight goals in the UEFA Champions League, a feat that only a select few have achieved before their 21st birthday. Among this elite group are Erling Haaland, Kylian Mbappé, Karim Benzema, and Patrick Kluivert.

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Bellingham’s inclusion in this list speaks volumes about his extraordinary potential and talent. His name now sits alongside the likes of Haaland and Mbappé, two of the brightest young stars in the sport. By entering the territory of the Norwegian and Frenchman, he has proved his commitment to the sport. This is a territory that even Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi couldn’t claim during their early careers.

Bellingham’s performances in La Liga have also been highly beneficial for Los Blancos. He has been just as impressive in the domestic league as he has been in the Champions League this season. Having scored 6 goals in 7 games for the Galacticos in La Liga, the 20-year-old is now challenging Real Madrid legend and Al-Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo as well.

Bellingham’s performances compared with Real Madrid legend

Jude Bellingham’s debut season with Real Madrid seems a lot like Cristiano Ronaldo’s first season with Madrid, back in 2009-10. In a striking stat that has been revealed, Bellingham has now matched Ronaldo’s start at Real Madrid. The Portuguese sensation also scored 6 goals in his first 7 games for the club, which the Englishman has also achieved in his primary spell.

No player has boasted a better goal-scoring record for the club in the 21st century. Bellingham’s remarkable consistency and ability to shine on the biggest stages have left fans and pundits alike in awe.

MADRID, SPAIN – JUNE 15: Jude Bellingham, new Real Madrid player, is unveiled at Valdebebas training ground on June 15, 2023 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Pedro Castillo/Real Madrid via Getty Images)

It is still too early to say whether Bellingham will reach the heights of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, but he is certainly on the right track. He has all the attributes to be a world-class player, and he is already performing at a very high level.

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As Jude Bellingham continues to light up the soccer world with his brilliance, Madridistas can only hope that this remarkable run of form continues.

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Real Madrid will be in action once again, when they host Osasuna at Santiago Bernabeu in La Liga on Saturday, October 7th.

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Sahil Sharma

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Sahil Sharma is a soccer writer at EssentiallySports. He's been a fan since childhood, but his love for the sport truly took off when Real Madrid won their record 10th UEFA Champions League title in 2014. That famous La Decima triumph turned him into a hardcore Madridista.
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Jayant Chhabra