Softfootball understands that Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham has undergone successful surgery to address a recurring dislocation of his left shoulder, the club confirmed on Wednesday.
The club confirmed that the 22-year-old, who played a central role in Madrid’s La Liga and Champions League triumphs last season, had been managing the issue for several months.
Despite frequent discomfort, Bellingham continued to feature regularly for Carlo Ancelotti’s side last La Liga season, demonstrating remarkable resilience during a gruelling campaign.
Madrid’s official statement revealed that the operation was performed by leading orthopaedic specialists Dr. Manuel Leyes and Dr. Andrew Wallace, under the supervision of the club’s medical team. The surgery was described as a success, with no complications.
“Jude Bellingham has undergone a successful procedure to treat recurrent dislocation of his left shoulder.”
The club continued again that;
“The operation was carried out today by Dr. Manuel Leyes and Dr. Andrew Wallace, under the supervision of Real Madrid Medical Services. The player will now begin a structured rehabilitation process before returning to training.”
Bellingham is expected to begin light recovery work in the coming days before gradually increasing intensity over the next few weeks. While Madrid has not offered a specific timeline for his return, internal sources remain optimistic that he will be back in full training in time for the start of the new La Liga season.
The England international will now miss Madrid’s upcoming preseason tour in the United States, where the Spanish champions are scheduled to face AC Milan, Juventus, and Manchester United. However, the decision to proceed with surgery now is believed to be part of a long-term strategy to ensure Bellingham is fully fit for the 2025/26 campaign and beyond.
Club officials remain fully confident in the midfielder’s recovery and are pleased that the procedure went according to plan. Madrid’s medical team will now oversee his step-by-step return to peak condition, with an emphasis on long-term stability and avoiding further setbacks.
Meanwhile, Softfootball had reported that Madrid had slowed down their contract renewal with Brazilian striker Vinicius Junior. Real Madrid’s negotiations with Vinícius Jr. over a long-term contract extension have hit a standstill, with the forward’s wage demands proving a major stumbling block.
Vinícius remains a key figure in Madrid’s long-term plans, but the club is wary of disrupting their wage structure. As things stand, the situation remains unresolved, with a decision on his future likely to come later in the summer.
