Jude Bellingham

Jude Bellingham is a popular English footballer who plays as a midfielder for Real Madrid. He also turns out for the England national football team, recently helping the Three Lions to a third -place finish at the 2026 World Cup. Bellingham is widely regarded as one of football’s best attacking midfielders.

Jude Bellingham’s career includes appearances for the Premier League’s Birmingham City and the Bundesliga’s Borussia Dortmund. He wears the #5 jersey for Real Madrid and the #10 for England. Explore Jude Bellingham’s profile on SportPesa, including his career, stats, latest news, and achievements.

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Jude Bellingham  profile overview

Full NameJude Victor William Bellingham
Date of Birth29 June 2003
Place of BirthStourbridge, England
NationalityEngland
Height1.86 m (6 ft 1 in)
Preferred FootRight
PositionCentral midfielder
Other positionsAttacking midfielder, box-to-box midfielder, defensive midfielder
Current clubReal Madrid
Jersey number#5 for Real Madrid, #10 for England
Market value100-150 million Euros
National teamEngland
Previous clubsBirmingham City, Borussia Dortmund

Early life

Jude Bellingham was born in Stourbridge, England, to Denise Bellingham, of Afro-Jamaican descent, and Mark Belling, who has Irish roots. He studied at Priory School in Birmingham, which had instrumental facilities such as a full-size football pitch. The football inspirations of his youth included Zinedine Zidane, Wayne Rooney, and Steven Gerrard. He joined Stourbridge Juniors in 2009 before moving to Birmingham City’s youth club under-8 team in 2010.

Football club career journey

Youth career

Bellingham was chosen for Birmingham City’s  U-18 team when he was 14 and the U-23 team at 16. He was featured among FourFourTwo Magazine’s 50 most exciting teenage English footballers in 2019. Bellingham was inducted into the first team environment as a schoolboy. He signed a two-year scholarship with Birmingham City despite attracting interest from European clubs such as Barcelona and Bayern Munich.

Birmingham City

Bellingham was Birmingham’s youngest-ever first-team player at his debut on August 6 2019. He scored his first top-flight goal a month later, in a 2-1 defeat of Stoke City, becoming the club’s youngest goal scorer. Bellingham went on to score 4 goals in 44 games for the club and settled into a central-midfield position. He was named EA Sports Young Player of the 2019-20 season, and Birmingham City retired the #22 shirt in his honour.

Borussia Dortmund

At the start of the 2021-22 season, Bellingham signed with the Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund for $32 million. Bellingham scored 25 goals and assisted in an additional 25 in 132 appearances for Borussia Dortmund. He won the Bundesliga Player of the Season Award and the Kopa Trophy in 2023.

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Real Madrid

Jude Bellingham’s Real Madrid run began on 14 June 2023, when he was signed on for a 6-year contract worth about $113 million. He scored 19 goals and provided 6 assists as Real Madrid won the La Liga title, UEFA Champions League, and the Spanish Super Cup. He ranked third in the 2024 Ballon d’Or poll won by Manchester City’s Rodri. Bellingham’s start of the 2025-26 season was delayed due to surgery for a shoulder injury.

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International career with England

Youth level

Bellingham debuted in England’s U-15 team at age 13 in December 2016. He had stints as captain for England’s U-15, U-16, and U-17 sides. Bellingham became the youngest player to debut for England’s U-21 team on 4 September 2020.

Senior level

Jude Bellingham’s England run began on November 12 2020, in a friendly match against Ireland. In 2022, Jude Bellingham’s World Cup campaign began, featuring his first senior international goal in a group match against Iran. Bellingham then scored 2 goals during England’s Euro 2024 campaign. He was presented with England’s # 10 jersey ahead of the 2026 World Cup and went on to score 7 goals, the highest by an Englishman in the competition.

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Jude Bellingham stats

Download the SP Score for comprehensive player stats in all competitions. Below is a breakdown of Jude Bellingham’s goals, assists, and discipline stats for club and country.

Club career stats

The table below displays Jude Bellingham’s assists, goals, and discipline stats.

ClubSeasonsMatchesGoalsAssistsG+AYellow CardsRed CardsGoals/90
Real Madrid31394632782730.38
Borussia Dortmund31322424483310.21
Birmingham City144426800.12
Career Total731574581326840.28

International career stats

The table below shows Jude Bellingham’s latest international stats.

CompetitionSeasonsMatchesGoalsAssistsG+AYellow CardsRed CardsGoals/90
Friendlies711213200.30
UEFA Nations League39123200.12
FIFA World Cup2138210100.70
UEFA European Championship210213200.25
FIFA World Cup Qualifiers29011200.00
UEFA European Championship Qualifiers14011000.00
International Total75613821900.29

Jude Bellingham’s playing style

A box-to-box midfielder, Jude Belling is excellent at attacking and defending midfield positions. He can intercept the ball like a central midfielder, tackle like a defender, and play through passes like any playmaker. At Real Madrid, he has developed his finishing ability, along with a floating field presence that allows him to fulfil several positions.

Jude Bellingham’s personal life and family

Mark Bellingham, Jude Bellingham’s father, was a footballer who scored over 700 goals in non-league football. Jude was eligible to play for Ireland early in his career because of his father’s Irish descent. He later became cap-tied to England. Jude Bellingham has a younger brother, Jobe Bellingham, who plays professionally for Borussia Dortmund.

Jude Bellingham’s awards and trophies

Jude Bellingham’s age has drawn interest throughout his career due to a seemingly precocious football ability. Below are some of his achievements.

CategoryAchievementYear(s)
Team TrophyDFB-Pokal (Borussia Dortmund)2020–21
Team TrophyLa Liga (Real Madrid)2023–24
Team TrophyUEFA Champions League (Real Madrid)2023–24
Team TrophyUEFA Super Cup (Real Madrid)2024
Team TrophySupercopa de España (Real Madrid)2024
Team TrophyFIFA Intercontinental Cup (Real Madrid)2024
Runner-upUEFA European Championship (England)2020, 2024
Individual AwardGolden Boy2023
Individual AwardKopa Trophy2023
Individual AwardBundesliga Player of the Season2022–23
Individual AwardLa Liga Player of the Season2023–24
Individual AwardUEFA Champions League Young Player of the Season2023–24
Individual AwardLaureus World Breakthrough of the Year2024
Individual AwardIFFHS World’s Best Playmaker2024
Individual AwardEngland Men’s Player of the Year2024–25
Individual AwardEFL Young Player of the Season2019–20
Individual AwardChampionship Apprentice of the Year2019–20
Individual AwardBirmingham City Young Player of the Year2019–20
Individual AwardBundesliga Rookie of the MonthSeptember 2020
Individual AwardBundesliga Goal of the MonthOctober 2021
Individual AwardBundesliga Team of the Season2021–22, 2022–23
Individual AwardVDV Bundesliga Newcomer of the Season2020–21
Individual AwardVDV Bundesliga Team of the Season2021–22, 2022–23
Individual AwardIFFHS Men’s Youth World Team2021, 2022, 2023
Individual AwardIFFHS World’s Best Youth Player2022, 2023
Individual AwardIFFHS Men’s World Team2023, 2024

Jude Bellingham’s latest news

Jude Bellingham’s contract with Real Madrid runs until 2029. Per the contract, Jude Bellingham’s salary is reportedly around $ 22.7 million. Jude Bellingham recently won the Bronze Boot Award for the third-highest goals and assists tally in the 2026 World Cup. He scored 7 goals and provided 1 assist in the tournament.

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Frequently asked questions about Jude Bellingham

Is Jude Bellingham part African

Yes. Jude Bellingham has African heritage traced through his mother, Denise, who is of Afro-Jamaican descent.

What is Jude Bellingham’s favourite team?

He has frequently cited Real Madrid as his most favoured club.

Is Jude Bellingham the best English player?

Jude Bellingham is considered one of the best English midfielders.

Why doesn’t Jude Bellingham play in the Premier League?

He is contracted with La Liga’s Real Madrid until at least 2029, so he does not play in the Premier League.

Conclusion

Jude Bellingham has already curated a legendary career. His showings for club and country reveal an elite player brimming with talent. As he refines his skill, his legend will no doubt continue to grow. Follow Jude Bellingham’s career with SportPesa’s comprehensive updates.

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