On August 12, Spanish media reported that Bellingham did not feature in the starting lineup for Real Madrid’s last training session before their departure for Warsaw. The club may continue to rest him for the Super Cup.
Real Madrid will face Atalanta in the European Super Cup on August 14th local time (August 15th, 3am), marking their first match of the new season and a chance to claim the season’s first trophy.
After helping England reach the European Championship final, Bellingham was granted ample rest time by Real Madrid and did not participate in the club’s pre-season tour in the United States.
Reports suggest that Real Madrid did not include Bellingham in their starting lineup prior to their departure to Warsaw for the Super Cup, hinting at Ancelotti’s plans. Bellingham played a pivotal role in Real Madrid’s La Liga and Champions League title wins last season, and also participated in the European Championship with England. In this context, Real Madrid is not rushing Bellingham into action and allowing him time to adapt to the new season.
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