Manchester United have been urged to make a move for Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham as a way of turning into a “proper team” again.
A club legend has pointed to Bellingham’s attitude and influence, insisting the England midfielder is the type of player who can change standards at Old Trafford. The message is clear: United need leaders who demand more and set the tone every week.
In the view of the former United figure, Bellingham “takes responsibility like Bruno Fernandes”, with the current captain highlighted as an example of someone who does not hide when the pressure is on.
The call comes with United still looking for consistency and identity, and with the legend believing Bellingham has the personality and quality to lift those around him in the same way Fernandes tries to do.
Bellingham, who left Borussia Dortmund for Madrid, has quickly become one of the most important players at the Bernabeu and is seen as a complete modern midfielder. The United icon’s point was that signings of that level are needed if the club are to return to competing at the very top.
While any deal would be difficult given Bellingham’s status at Real Madrid, the legend’s verdict was that United must target elite players with the character to lead, rather than simply adding numbers to the squad.
