Jude Bellingham’s injury: Carlo Ancelotti alleviates concerns regarding the Real Madrid player’s shoulder.

**’Almost a Miracle’ – Ancelotti Set to Take Charge of 300th Real Madrid Match**

Carlo Ancelotti, the esteemed manager of Real Madrid, has sought to allay concerns regarding the fitness of star midfielder Jude Bellingham ahead of his landmark 300th match in charge of the club. Bellingham, who dislocated his shoulder in November 2023, opted against surgery at the time, choosing instead to manage the injury with the aid of a protective brace.

However, fresh worries emerged during Real Madrid’s emphatic 4-1 victory over Espanyol on Saturday. The England international fell awkwardly on the same shoulder, prompting immediate treatment. Notably, Bellingham had not been wearing the brace at the start of the season, raising eyebrows among fans and pundits alike.

In a press conference ahead of Tuesday evening’s La Liga clash against Alaves, Ancelotti moved to reassure supporters about Bellingham’s condition. He acknowledged the need for squad rotation but clarified that significant changes to the line-up were not on the cards.

“It’s the same shoulder as last year,” Ancelotti stated. “The problem he had the other day hasn’t affected him. He’ll wear protection, just to be safe, but he’s available, he’ll play. We’ll evaluate that tomorrow; I won’t give the team today. But this is a moment where we have to rotate.”

Ancelotti also took the opportunity to praise young Brazilian striker Endrick, who has been waiting patiently for his chance to shine from the bench. “He knows to be patient, he understands,” Ancelotti remarked. “Every day he trains with the best forwards in the world, he understands his role perfectly. He’s very professional, very mature. He’ll get his minutes when we need him.”

As it stands, Real Madrid find themselves in a strong position, sitting second in La Liga with 14 points from six matches, just four points adrift of arch-rivals Barcelona. With Ancelotti at the helm, the club will be looking to build on their promising start as they aim for glory this season.