Jude Bellingham is aiming to achieve victory in the Champions League, La Liga, and Euro 2024 with England this summer following his Laureus award.
Jude Bellingham, the rising star of English football, has set his sights on a personal treble with Real Madrid and the England national team to conclude the 2023/24 season in spectacular fashion.
The 20-year-old midfielder was awarded the prestigious Breakthrough of the Year accolade at the 2024 Laureus World Sports Awards, presented to him by tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz on Monday evening.
Bellingham’s remarkable week began with Real Madrid securing their place in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals after a thrilling penalty shootout victory over Manchester City. The young talent then went on to score the winning goal in a pulsating 3-2 triumph over Barcelona in El Clasico, propelling Real Madrid to an 11-point lead at the top of the table with just six games remaining.
However, Bellingham’s ambitions extend beyond a double-winning season with Real Madrid. He is also determined to secure a third piece of silverware by triumphing with England at Euro 2024 this summer. Speaking on the red carpet after receiving his award, Bellingham expressed his desire to achieve this feat, stating, “It’s definitely something I want to do. We’ve still got a few more games to wrap up La Liga, and then we’ve got two very difficult games against Munich in the Champions League semi-finals. For the Euros, hopefully, we can build on our recent tournament performances and go one step further.”
Since his €103 million move from Borussia Dortmund last summer, Bellingham has made an immediate impact at Real Madrid, scoring an impressive 21 goals in 36 appearances across all competitions this season. When asked about his seamless transition to life in Madrid, the England international attributed it to a combination of factors, saying, “I think it’s a mixture of everything. My teammates are amazing, and the staff are fantastic. Whenever I venture out into the city, I receive a warm reception from the fans. It’s a perfect blend.”
Reflecting on his crucial goal in El Clasico, which came in the 91st minute, Bellingham admitted to losing “all control” of his body in that exhilarating moment. He described it as a “really special feeling” and expressed his desire for more such moments in the future.
As Bellingham continues to make waves in both domestic and international football, his aspirations for a personal treble demonstrate his hunger for success and his determination to leave an indelible mark on the sport. With his talent, drive, and the support of his teammates and fans, Bellingham’s dreams may well become a reality.