Jude Bellingham delighted taking Zizou's Real Madrid number

Football
16 Jun 2023 • 12:39 AM MYT
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Jude Bellingham is delighted taking Zinedine Zidane's old shirt number at Real Madrid.

The former Borussia Dortmund midfielder enjoyed his signing ceremony at the Santiago Bernabeu today.

Bellingham said: "It is a pleasure to meet you. It is the largest club in history, and there are not many players who have the opportunity to play such a brilliant club. I am very grateful.

"First of all, money is not that important. I do not think about it. I never have. I loved the feeling that Madrid gave off. I wanted to come here fast. Real Madrid is the largest.

"I would like to thank (Jesus) Vallejo for giving me the number 5. I've been chatting with him. I am very grateful. I admire Zidane very much. I'm not trying to be with him, but he inspires me. I am delighted to have this honour.

"I have spoken to (coach Carlo) Ancelotti. He is an incredible coach. Their trophies speak for themselves. It is a pride that he loves me on his team.

"I know the demands of the club. I have a great responsibility. When you are a professional and you are 16 years old, you have to learn much faster. Thanks to the coaches and the family. I know what it's like to carry that responsibility on my shoulders."

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