Jude Bellingham’s Stellar Performances Propel Him Toward 2024 Ballon d’Or Glory.

Jude Bellingham’s remarkable performances from the start of the season, including his match-winning goal in the recent El Clasico, have significantly boosted his chances in the race for the 2024 Ballon d’Or. The English star has been instrumental in Real Madrid’s success, almost securing their 36th La Liga title with his decisive 90+1 minute goal against arch-rivals Barcelona on Sunday night. This victory extended Real Madrid’s lead over Barcelona to 11 points with only six matches remaining in the season.

It is no exaggeration to say that Real Madrid’s impending La Liga triumph owes much to Bellingham’s contributions. The 20-year-old Englishman joined Real Madrid from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2023 for a hefty £115 million fee, a transfer that has proven to be a bargain despite the high price tag. Bellingham has had an impressive debut season in Spain, quickly becoming a key player for the club.

In 36 appearances across all competitions this season, Bellingham has scored 21 goals and provided 10 assists. In addition to steering Real Madrid towards the La Liga title, he has also helped Carlo Ancelotti’s side secure a spot in the semi-finals of the Champions League, where they will face Bayern Munich.

Bellingham’s incredible season has placed him among the top contenders for this year’s Ballon d’Or. Bookmakers, including William Hill, have given him odds of 5/2 to become the first English player to win the award since Michael Owen in 2001