Real Madrid are reportedly far from pleased with how Jude Bellingham has been managed during the international break, with concerns growing within the club.
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According to a report from OkDiario, the club is struggling to understand England’s handling of their star midfielder, especially after he travelled only to play no part in either friendly fixture.
Bellingham is now set to return to Madrid without featuring for the national team.
Despite being included in the squad, he remained an unused substitute during the clash against Uruguay and has also been ruled out of the upcoming game against Japan.
The decision, taken by England manager Thomas Tuchel, was reportedly precautionary, aimed at avoiding any risk of aggravating a recent injury.
Gradual return
It must be noted that Bellingham has only just returned from a muscle issue in his left hamstring.
The midfielder missed six La Liga matches, as well as key Champions League ties, before making his comeback in the Madrid derby against Atletico.
Given that background, Tuchel chose not to take any chances, although he was indeed called up to be with the squad.
Bellingham did not play for England at all. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
Sources close to the club have expressed their confusion and frustration with the situation, particularly regarding the decision to call him up in the first place.
From their perspective, the travel and disruption were unnecessary if there was no intention of using him on the pitch.
“There’s no relapse. What they’re doing doesn’t make sense,” says a source.
There is a silver lining
Despite the frustration, there is at least a small positive for Madrid.
The club acknowledge that Bellingham has been able to train at a high level alongside top international players during the break, something they still see as beneficial.
“At least he’ll be training at a good pace with the top players. That’s always good.”
Now, the focus shifts back to domestic football, where Bellingham is expected to return to Madrid and continue his recovery process ahead of the upcoming clash against Mallorca.