“Ready and Available for El Clasico” – Jude Bellingham Quashes Injury Rumors Before Maiden Clash Against Arch Rivals

La Liga is heating up with arch-rivals Real Madrid and Barcelona set to go toe to toe this weekend. Madrid is currently at the top of the points table and will look to keep it as it is as they travel to the Estadi Olímpic stadium. While there were some concerns surrounding the availability of superstar Jude Bellingham, the player has denied any reports questioning his presence. This will be the Englishman’s first El Clasico following his move to Madrid and he will look to make a statement in front of the away fans.

Los Blancos has been in tremendous form this season. The side has been on a roll with 25 points in their 10 outings with 8 wins, 1 loss, and a draw. Barcelona, on the other hand, are unbeaten so far in the league, but are also a point behind the league leaders. They are currently placed third on the table with 24 points with 7 wins and 3 draws from 10 games. El Clasico will have massive ramifications on the league this weekend as the winner of the game will climb to the top of the table.

Jude Bellingham issues statement before El Clasico

English ace Jude Bellingham is gearing up for his biggest challenge for Los Blancos. The midfielder is set to play in his very first El Clasico, following his move to LaLiga. There will be a lot of expectations on the English starlet as he has been Real Madrid’s star performer so far this season.

While there were some concerns around Bellingham’s availability for the game, the player has quashed the rumors in an interview. Leading journalist Fabrizio Romano, in his recent post on X (formerly Twitter), revealed that the midfielder is all set for the game. “I will be ready and available for El Clasico,” announced Jude Bellingham to TVE.

The player was withdrawn late into the UCL game against Braga after he complained about pain in his groin. The star will be assessed before the game, but it seems like Jude is confident of his chances of playing in the big fixture. Manager Carlo Ancelotti and the team realize Bellingham’s importance. He’s been key in taking them to the top of the league table, as well as their Champions League group.

Real Madrid look to put an end to Barcelona’s unbeaten run

Carlo Ancelotti and his men will have an enormous challenge on their hands this weekend. The side will hope to spoil Barcelona’s party and end their unbeaten run in front of their home fans. Xavi and his men have done a great job so far this season but will have to bring their best game forward.

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Real Madrid will surely rely on the performance of their attacking trio for the game. Jude Bellingham has been leading the charge from the midfield. The midfielder is currently the top scorer in the league with 8 goals to his name. Bellingham has also received great support from Joselu, who’s found the back of the net 5 times in 10 games.

Ancelotti previously praised his number 5, stating, “I’m surprised he’s only 20 years old because he looks like he’s 30 because of his character and attitude.” Further, he said “He is always focused on the game and knows what he has to do. It’s unusual for a 20-year-old. He has a lot of quality, physical strength and skill. He surprises me like he does to everyone else.”

Xavi’s Barcelona has been equally impressive with the team scoring 22 goals in their 10 league outings. Robert Lewandowski, despite some rough showings, has been the team’s top scorer with 5 goals to his name. The team will hope that the striker can bring out his A-game during the El Clasico.

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