Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that Jude Bellingham is still struggling with a shoulder injury despite a goal-scoring return for Real Madrid.
The midfielder missed consecutive matches leading up to the international break, having been compelled to withdraw from the England squad for the last two Euro 2024 qualifiers due to a shoulder dislocation suffered against Rayo Vallecano.
Despite this setback, he made a comeback in the starting lineup against Cadiz on Sunday and showcased his prowess by contributing to a 3-0 away victory with a well-placed finish past the goalkeeper in the 74th minute.
However, Bellingham was substituted shortly afterward, and his manager, Ancelotti, acknowledged that the star player has not yet fully recuperated from his recent injury.
Addressing reporters, the Italian tactician stated, “Bellingham is doing well. He still has the lingering issue, but he is managing fine with the protective measures.”
Bellingham’s recent goal brings his total to 14 in 15 games across all competitions since joining the Bernabeu in a high-profile transfer, surpassing Cristiano Ronaldo’s record of 13 in the same number of matches.
The management of the 20-year-old’s injury will be a point of interest moving forward, considering he is not fully fit at the moment.
Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that he is set to face Napoli in the Champions League on Wednesday, followed by a weekend match against Granada.