Jude Bellingham’s arrival at Real Madrid was met with high expectations, and the English talent has certainly proven his worth. Making the switch from Borussia Dortmund on June 14, 2023, for a base fee of 103 million euros, potentially rising to 133.9 million euros with add-ons, he has seamlessly transitioned. Assigned the jersey number five as a tribute to club legend Zinedine Zidane, the transfer also triggered a 6 million pound payout to Birmingham City due to a sell-on clause.

Since his incorporation, Bellingham has showcased his scoring prowess, clinching his third consecutive Player of the Match award in La Liga. He’s now matched the remarkable achievement of Cristiano Ronaldo, netting four goals in his initial three league games.

Bellingham has now matched the remarkable achievement of Cristiano Ronaldo, netting four goals in his initial three league games.

Similar to the Portuguese superstar’s debut for Real Madrid in 2009, where he struck against Deportivo La Coruna, Espanyol, and secured a brace against Xerez at home.

Remarkably, the 20-year-old has contributed four of Real Madrid’s six goals this season, emerging as a crucial asset, particularly in light of Vinicius Jr.’s injury against Celta Vigo. Furthermore, he’s the first midfielder since Cesc Fabregas in 2011 to achieve a four-goal tally in his opening three La Liga fixtures.

He’s the first midfielder since Cesc Fabregas in 2011 to achieve a four-goal tally in his opening three La Liga fixtures

Following Real Madrid’s triumph over Celta, coach Carlo Ancelotti commended Bellingham’s performance, noting his consistent goal contributions and role within the team.

He is good off the ball, he’s intelligent and his timing is good

Highlighting Bellingham’s attributes, Ancelotti emphasized his versatility beyond just scoring, stating, “Goals aren’t his biggest quality but he’s doing well. He is good off the ball, he’s intelligent and his timing is good. He’s got a lot of ability on the edge of the area.” As Real Madrid prepares to face Getafe in their upcoming La Liga fixture at Santiago Bernabeu, all eyes will be on Bellingham, as he aims to replicate his scoring spree in the fourth game, reminiscent of Ronaldo’s feat against Villarreal.