Jude Bellingham, once the prolific goalscorer in Real Madrid’s midfield, is feeling the weight of a barren spell that has stretched far longer than he or his fans expected.
Jude Bellingham Frustrated by Goal Drought at Real Madrid
Despite being a key player for the team, the young English star has yet to open his scoring account this season—a stark contrast to his blistering form last year when goals came with ease.
Bellingham’s frustration is palpable. After arriving from Borussia Dortmund and setting La Liga alight in his debut campaign, the 21-year-old quickly became a sensation under Carlo Ancelotti’s guidance.
By this time last season, he had already netted ten goals and seemed unstoppable. However, this season’s shift in dynamics has left him goalless and visibly disappointed.
Sources close to the club suggest that Bellingham is particularly dissatisfied with his performances due to the lack of goals. While his contributions in midfield remain undeniable, the absence of his trademark ‘open arms’ celebration at the Santiago Bernabeu has been noticeable.
Fans who once cheered his goals now find themselves waiting for the next moment of magic, which has yet to come in a Real Madrid shirt.
A key factor in Bellingham’s drought is the tactical shift following the arrival of Kylian Mbappé. With the French forward taking on a more prominent attacking role, Bellingham has been pushed deeper into midfield, reducing his opportunities in front of goal.
Ancelotti himself is reportedly surprised by the lack of goals from his star midfielder, who once thrived in more advanced positions.
Despite the ongoing drought, Bellingham remains crucial to Real Madrid’s success, but the young star knows that finding the back of the net will be the only way to fully regain his confidence and end his frustrations.
For now, all eyes are on when—and how—he will rediscover his scoring touch.