Jude Bellingham is set to undergo shoulder surgery after battling a long-standing injury. The Real Madrid star is expected to return to training by mid-October, with competitive action possible in November.
Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham is preparing to undergo long-awaited shoulder surgery, with a potential return date for mid-October. The England international has been struggling with a painful shoulder issue since late 2023, but has continued to play through the discomfort due to an intense schedule.
What Happened?
Bellingham has been managing a dislocated shoulder since late 2023, an injury that has never fully healed. Despite the ongoing pain, the 22-year-old has continued to feature prominently for Real Madrid in La Liga, Champions League, and international competitions, including the European Championship and World Cup qualifiers. His stacked calendar made it difficult to properly address the injury until now.
The Surgery and Recovery Process
The England star is now set to undergo arthroscopic surgery on his shoulder, a minimally invasive procedure to repair damaged ligaments. According to reports, there is no bone damage, but Bellingham has been wearing a protective support to prevent his humerus bone from slipping out of its socket during matches.
After the surgery, Bellingham will be immobilised for at least one month and will be required to wear a sling during this time. Despite the lengthy recovery period, the procedure has a high success rate, and doctors are optimistic about his recovery.
Bellingham’s Return Timeline
Bellingham is expected to return to training by mid-October. While he will be immobilised for a month, his full recovery is expected to take up to four months, which would set him up to make a potential return to competitive action for both Real Madrid and England by November.
While Bellingham’s immediate focus will be on recovery, his Real Madrid teammates and England will be hoping to see him back in action by late autumn. The young star has been instrumental for both club and country, and his return will be a major boost for Madrid as they look to continue competing across multiple fronts.
His decision to finally address the injury after pushing through the pain for so long shows the toll of modern football, where players often face immense pressure to perform despite physical setbacks.
