It was November 5, 2023, during a La Liga clash against Rayo Vallecano, when Jude Bellingham collapsed on the pitch, clutching his left shoulder. The dislocation, seemingly minor at the time, became a persistent issue, one he would carry for nearly two seasons. Since that day, the English star has played with a brace, managing the pain while postponing the inevitable.

Now, more than 600 days later, Bellingham is finally set to undergo surgery tomorrow. His long-overdue recovery comes at a cost for Real Madrid, leaving a significant void in the midfield. The club estimates his absence will last between 10 and 12 weeks.

If everything goes to plan, Bellingham’s earliest return would align with one of the season’s most anticipated fixtures: the Madrid derby at the Metropolitano.

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