The English national team’s midfielder has been on a remarkable run of form at the Santiago Bernabeu, notching an impressive 11 goals and contributing three assists in just 11 appearances. His goal-scoring prowess has even outshone the records of star talents Haaland and Mbappe, who have registered eight goals each in the current season.
Bellingham has emerged as an early frontrunner for the prestigious Pichichi Trophy, and if he maintains this exceptional form, he could well be a contender for the European Golden Boot. Kepa, the Chelsea loanee plying his trade at Real Madrid and having the privilege of training alongside Bellingham at Valdebebas, has showered his teammate with praise and ranked him above both Haaland and Mbappe.
When asked whether he sees Bellingham on par with the two prolific forwards, Kepa responded to AS, “Right now, on a global level, I don’t know if I see anyone above Bellingham. We are all witnessing his incredible performances in every game.
I hope this continues. He is a remarkably mature young man with a clear vision. It’s not just his goal-scoring prowess that stands out; he also contributes significantly in defense and dominates the entire field. Bellingham is poised to leave a lasting mark on Madrid.”
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Taking a broader perspective, while Kepa did rate Haaland lower than Bellingham in terms of current form, he acknowledged the Norwegian’s world-class status and the challenges of containing him.
“Haaland is undoubtedly a world-class player who can change the course of a game,” he commented. “Defending against Haaland is no easy task because, in addition to his immense physical strength, he excels in exploiting open spaces and boasts a remarkable scoring record within the penalty area.
Stopping him requires a collective effort, not just the responsibility of a single defender. Teamwork is the key to thwarting his impact.”
Fans can expect to see Bellingham in action when the England national team faces Australia in an upcoming international friendly match on Friday.
