Jude Bellingham Consults Former Real Madrid Manager Amid England Struggles
June 22, 2026 · Victor Navarro
Jude Bellingham has reached out to former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti for advice on his struggles with England's manager Thomas Tuchel during the 2026 World Cup, where he has performed well despite earlier doubts.
Real Madrid’s stars have experienced a rollercoaster ride at the 2026 World Cup thus far. Arda Guler, for instance, is among the most disappointed players after his Turkiye team was one of the first to be eliminated, suffering a 1-0 defeat to Paraguay. On the other hand, Jude Bellingham has made a significant impact, scoring in England’s 4-2 victory over Croatia, showcasing a strong performance overall.
Before the tournament, many might have expected Guler to shine, especially after finishing the season on a high note prior to his injury, while Bellingham was still finding his ideal position. However, there have been questions surrounding Bellingham’s rapport with England manager Thomas Tuchel, who previously criticized his attitude. Despite speculation about Bellingham’s place in the starting lineup, he was given a chance to play and delivered.
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In an interesting twist, after Tuchel described Bellingham’s behavior as ‘repulsive’ during an earlier international break, the pair's relationship appeared strained. To address these issues, Bellingham reached out to former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, now coaching Brazil, seeking guidance given Ancelotti’s extensive experience and familiarity with Tuchel.
Bellingham aims to regain his top form under Jose Mourinho, following two seasons marred by injuries and a lack of consistency. Ancelotti managed to extract the best from Bellingham in his debut season, and now it will be Mourinho’s challenge to harness his talents while integrating him with the attacking prowess of Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.
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