JUST IN: Ancelotti confirms Bellingham sidelined by calf injury,

Jude Bellingham, a midfielder for Real Madrid, will be out for some time after hurting his calf during Friday's practice.

The report was verified by a statement named "Bellingham Medical Report" on the club's website.

Jude Bellingham, a player for Real Madrid, has been diagnosed with a plantaris muscle injury in his right leg as a result of tests performed on him today. His development will be observed, the release said.

In addition to England's September Nations League games against the Republic of Ireland and Finland, Bellingham will miss La Liga matches against Real Valladolid, Las Palmas, and Real Betis.

Earlier on Friday, Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said at a press conference, "Bellingham took a knock, and we're evaluating it."
The midfielder contributed significantly to Madrid's last season as they secured both the Champions League and La Liga titles.
But according to a number of rumours, the star might miss around a month of action.

Born in 2003, Bellingham is an English football player who started his career at Birmingham City, when he was the youngest member of the first squad. He subsequently relocated to Borussia Dortmund in 2020, where he became one of the best midfield players in Europe.

Bellingham became one of the most expensive British footballers when he moved to Real Madrid in 2023. A vital member of the England national squad, he has competed for his nation in significant competitions such as the FIFA World Cup and the UEFA European Championship.