LiverpoolTeam·Liverpool legend Robbie FowlerPlayer·Robbie Fowler has openly discussed the prospect of Jude BellinghamPlayer·Jude Bellingham joining the Merseyside club, suggesting such a transfer could materialize in the coming years. Speaking exclusively to GOAL, Fowler expressed his desire to see top-tier talent at AnfieldVenue·Anfield, acknowledging Bellingham's current stature at Real MadridTeam·Real Madrid.
Bellingham, now 22, has carved out a remarkable career trajectory since his breakthrough at Birmingham City at just 16. His journey continued with a significant move to Borussia DortmundTeam·Borussia Dortmund in 2020, where his potential flourished. This led to a €103 million (£89m/$120m) transfer to Real MadridTeam·Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu in 2023, where he has quickly established himself among the club's elite, even entering discussions for the Ballon d'Or.
Despite his rapid ascent, the midfielder's progress has been somewhat hampered by injuries over the past two campaigns, preventing him from securing major silverware. This season, Bellingham has featured in 40 games across all competitions for Real MadridTeam·Real Madrid, contributing 8 goals and 5 assists. In La LigaCompetition·La Liga, he recorded 6 goals and 4 assists in 1,917 minutes, maintaining an average FotMob rating of 7.53. He also added 2 goals and 1 assist in 9 UEFA Champions LeagueCompetition·Champions League matches. His defensive contributions include 68 interceptions and winning 72 ground duels, though a hamstring injury against Rayo VallecanoTeam·Rayo Vallecano this season did briefly interrupt his form.
Fowler, a former EnglandTeam·England international himself, believes Bellingham's game still has room for refinement, particularly concerning consistency and defensive discipline.
"When I look at him, I see an unbelievably talented player. Of course he's talented because of where he is and the type of player he is,"— Robbie Fowler.
He further elaborated on areas for improvement:
"I think, for me, looking at Jude from the outside, I think he does lack that consistency of doing it over and over again. Maybe the discipline of when you think of an England manager wanting you to go forward, but he also wants you to get back a little bit quicker. I think Jude's a little bit guilty of maybe going forward a lot quicker than what he is getting back. I think that plays into the conversation. Jude going forward, he is a quality player. We know that. I think the consistency and the discipline of wanting to come back dampens that a little bit."— Robbie Fowler.
While Bellingham is currently under contract with Real MadridTeam·Real Madrid until 2029, speculation surrounding a Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League return persists. Reports from earlier in the 2025/26 season indicated LiverpoolTeam·Liverpool's willingness to break their transfer record for Bellingham, with figures as high as £156 million being cited. This would surpass their previous British-record signing of Alexander IsakPlayer·Alexander Isak for £125 million in 2025. Real MadridTeam·Real Madrid, however, reportedly considers Bellingham an untouchable asset.
LiverpoolTeam·Liverpool concluded the 2025/26 Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League season in 5th place with 60 points, securing qualification for the 2026-2027 Europa LeagueCompetition·Europa League. The club recently saw head coach Arne SlotCoach·Arne Slot depart his role on May 30, 2026, following the league finish without silverware. Despite their current standing, the allure of AnfieldVenue·Anfield and the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League remains a significant factor in future transfer discussions.
For now, Bellingham's immediate focus shifts to international duty, as EnglandTeam·England prepares for the upcoming World CupCompetition·World Cup. With 46 caps to his name, he is nearing a half-century of appearances for his country, aiming to play a pivotal role in their quest for global success. The competition for places in the EnglandTeam·England squad, with players like Morgan RogersPlayer·Morgan Rogers also vying for the No.10 role, underscores the high standards expected at the international level.
Jude Bellingham celebrates a goal for Real Madrid during a LaLiga match against Athletic Club. (SOPA Images/IMAGO)
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