Real Madrid’s new star-signing showed great quality in first training session

Real Madrid kicked off their pre-season campaign ahead of the 2023-24 campaign yesterday with some first-team stars and several Castilla players joining the proceedings.

Carlo Ancelotti and Raul Gonzalez oversaw the training as the team prepared for the upcoming tour to the United States of America.

It was also the first day in the office for the club’s new signings, Jude Bellingham, Fran Garcia, and Arda Guler. Each of the players participated in their first-ever training session under Ancelotti, giving the manager a sneak peek into what he can expect of them.

According to reports from El Larguero, Bellingham passed the test with flying colours. The English midfielder showed a great level in yesterday’s practice and impressed his new teammates with his quality. Further, his leadership was already on show.

From a fitness perspective, there was not much to complain about. The star signing had no issues with his knee and was physically ready for training in all aspects. In fact, the player himself spoke about his recovery earlier this week saying,

"I’m ready to play, the knee is in perfect condition."

Reports on Monday stated that the team’s management and medical staff preferred to err on the side of caution over the youngster’s injury. After all, his setback cost him his participation in Borussia Dortmund’s final games of the season and possibly even the title.

With the player showing no discomfort, there is the possibility that his debut is preponed. As it stands, he is expected to feature for the first time as a Real Madrid player in the pre-season El Clasico against Barcelona on July 29th.

The coming days will be critical for Ancelotti to decide where the new signing best fits on the field. A possible shift in formation to accommodate Bellingham cannot be ruled out.