How 'unique' Bellingham is thriving in Mourinho's system
Summary
Jude Bellingham is playing very well in Real Madrid's new system under coach Jose Mourinho. Mourinho has changed Bellingham’s role to a more attacking position, which lets him be more involved in scoring and creating goals.Key Facts
- Bellingham is 23 years old and plays for Real Madrid and England.
- He has scored 2 goals and made 3 assists in the first 3 games of the new season.
- Mourinho has moved Bellingham higher up the field in a "number 10" role, playing behind striker Kylian Mbappe.
- This new role reduces Bellingham’s defensive duties, letting him focus more on attack.
- Bellingham had past injuries including shoulder surgery in 2025 and a hamstring injury in 2026.
- He scored 23 goals in his debut season with Real Madrid in 2023-24.
- Mourinho emphasizes the whole team must work together, not just a few star players.
- Bellingham says he feels freer to decide when to attack or defend in his new role.
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