Bellingham Remarks Anger BVB Fans

In a remarkable display of his prowess, Bellingham scored two goals during Real Madrid's 3-1 triumph against Almeria, a match where he netted an equalizer following Sergio Arribas' initial goal. This brace follows his successful debut in La Liga against Athletic Bilbao on August 12.
The English midfielder has swiftly gained favour with the Los Blancos supporters, and his contentment is palpable.
Addressing the matter on RealMadridTV post-match, Bellingham disclosed, "I've experienced a tenfold improvement from last season. The camaraderie with my teammates is exceptional, and my learning curve is steep. The level of competition here is exceptionally high, and I'm eagerly absorbing knowledge from my peers. This is why my season has commenced so positively. My duty remains to contribute to the team's success. I am committed to making my mark with numerous matches yet to come."
Jude Bellingham's initiation into Real Madrid has undeniably been swift and impressive. Even his manager, Carlo Ancelotti, expressed his astonishment at how seamlessly Bellingham has integrated into one of the world's premier teams.
He has swiftly emerged as a core player in the Bernabeu squad, occupying a significant role in Real Madrid's initial two La Liga fixtures.
Sebastian Kehl, the sporting director of Borussia Dortmund">Borussia Dortmund, has dismissed the notion that Jude Bellingham's recent comments about the high standards at Real Madrid were a critique of his former club.
Jude Bellingham's inception into Real Madrid has been remarkable, as he secured three goals and one assist in his initial two appearances for the Spanish powerhouse.
In an interview with Real Madrid TV, Bellingham compared the elevated standards at Real Madrid to a sponge-like learning process for him. These remarks led to speculation that he might indirectly criticize Borussia Dortmund, especially given reports suggesting his contentious presence in the BVB dressing room.
When questioned about Bellingham's comments on BILD-TV, Sebastian Kehl, the sports director at Borussia Dortmund, refuted that the young player was casting aspersions on his former club. Kehl emphasized that Bellingham's statement was not intended to criticize Borussia Dortmund, and he clarified that factors like his fitness issues influenced Bellingham's departure.
Kehl remarked, "I don't believe the statement was aimed at criticizing Borussia Dortmund or his time with us until the summer. I am aware that he was not in top physical condition in recent months and faced knee problems. These problems are now behind him. I am still in contact with Jude, and we have always maintained a very respectful relationship."
He conveyed that Borussia Dortmund is elated to witness Bellingham's progression at Real Madrid and wholeheartedly wishes him success.
Bellingham, who made 132 appearances for Borussia Dortmund, scoring 24 goals and providing 25 assists, moved to Real Madrid in the summer for a transfer fee of 103 million euros and 30 million euros in potential bonuses.
Gregor Kobel, Borussia Dortmund's vice-captain, expressed great pride in wearing the captain's armband for the club. His appointment as vice-captain this season resulted from his exceptional performances over the last two years.
During the recent Bundesliga match against FC Köln, Kobel took on the captain's role after Emre Can was substituted.
In an interview with Sky Sport, he conveyed his immense honour to leading a prestigious club like Borussia Dortmund. He acknowledged this opportunity was beyond his past dreams and expressed his determination to continue performing well for the team and its passionate supporters who turn up with Borussia Dortmund tickets.
Kobel was pivotal in Borussia Dortmund's hard-fought 1-0 victory over FC Köln, making crucial saves that contributed to maintaining a clean sheet. Coach Edin Terzic praised Kobel's remarkable reactionary saves, highlighting how his performance significantly impacted the team's success.
Discussions are ongoing to extend Gregor Kobel's contract, which is set to expire in 2026. With his emergence as one of the Bundesliga's top goalkeepers, Borussia Dortmund aims to secure his presence at the club for the foreseeable future.
Hans-Joachim Watzke, the CEO of Borussia Dortmund, expresses confidence that despite the club's lack of high-profile transfers, their new signings will contribute to a more stable team.
Compared to their typical transfer activities, Borussia Dortmund has been relatively quiet this summer, with only three signings: Ramy Bensebaini, Felix Nmecha, and Marcel Sabitzer. These acquisitions aim to fill the gaps left by the departures of Jude Bellingham, Raphael Guerreiro, and Mahmoud Dahoud.
Watzke believes this season will demonstrate the team's consistency. He holds the belief that the summer signings will enhance the stability of Edin Terzic's squad.
In an interview with the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, Watzke stated:
"The conclusion of last season showed that the competition has intensified over the past few years. It was evident how much excitement the finale brought to the entire league, even if I would have preferred a different outcome."
"We might have exceeded expectations a bit during the period from the World Cup until the end of the season. Now, we will witness our stability. Despite losing a unique player like Jude Bellingham this summer, I am confident that we can effectively compensate for his departure with the acquisitions of Marcel Sabitzer and Felix Nmecha."
"Although our transfers might not be the most extravagant, they will contribute to our overall stability."
Watzke also asserts that while Bayern Munich's prime period might be waning, other clubs will still find it extremely challenging to win the Bundesliga title if they can accumulate 80 points.
"With each defeat that FC Bayern experiences, the confidence of other teams increases. During Bayern's peak, many opponents would step onto the field with a sense of hopelessness, feeling that victory was beyond their reach."
"Those days might be over, yet Bayern still boasts an excellent team and unparalleled opportunities in Germany. No other Bundesliga club could have secured a signing like Harry Kane."
This brings a bit of a consolation for those with Borussia Dortmund tickets as they expected a better transfer window to utilize the 100 million Euro transfer money from the Bellingham transfer on a start signing.
But it is all too late now. BVB will have to wait for the January window for a start signing.
Last season, Bayern Munich clinched the Bundesliga title with 71 points. Borussia Dortmund also achieved the same point tally, but a lower goal difference prevented them from securing their first Bundesliga title in 11 years.