"Money was not important to me; I wanted to come to Real Madrid"

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Jude Bellingham was presented as a new Real Madrid player on Thursday. The 19-year-old Englishman showed seriousness and maturity at the press conference and stressed that he put aside money and better offers to wear the 'Merengues' jersey.

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Real Madrid's recent signing Jude Bellingham commented on his decision to join Real Madrid in the face of interest from other big European clubs and said that the economic issue was not "important" to him as he wanted to sign "quickly" for Real Madrid, which he described as the "biggest" club.
"It's a pleasure to be here. It's the biggest club in history, not many people get the chance to play here. I'm very grateful to those who brought me here to play for this team," the former Borussia Dortmund">Borussia Dortmund man began.
"Other teams? Money is not so important, I didn't think about it. I have never done it to choose the team. I spoke to Borussia Dortmund, I loved what Real Madrid gave off, I wanted it to be quick. Not that the other teams were bad, of course not, but I chose Madrid," he said.
"Ancelotti? Yes, we have spoken, I think he is an incredible coach. It's a good opportunity for me to be with one of the best in history. I'm delighted that he wants me in his team," he said of his new coach.
During the press conference, he was asked about his compatriot Harry Kane and the possibility of joining 'Los Blancos': "He's my captain and a fantastic player. Whatever happens, happens, I don't have to comment on it.

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