Real Madrid and England star Jude Bellingham has been accused of arrogance during his meteoric rise. However, those who witnessed his first steps in professional football disagree. Former Birmingham City teammate David Davis spoke about the midfielder's early days, emphasizing that what many perceive as arrogance is actually the self-belief required to reach the top level. This is reported by Goal.com reports .
Since joining Real Madrid, Bellingham has been constantly in the spotlight. Some critics interpret his actions on the pitch as arrogance. But according to Davis, the media often misinterprets the self-confidence of elite athletes. "He was a humble kid. People think he's arrogant, but to reach this level, you have to have absolute belief in yourself. The English press calls it arrogance, but when your skill level is that high, your inner voice must tell you that you are the best," says Davis.
The experienced player, who made 182 appearances for Birmingham City, recalls how Bellingham impressed the seniors in training at just 16 years old. The youngster, who would go on to become a Champions League winner, already stood out for his football intelligence at that time. According to Davis, Jude learned very early to avoid physical duels and play a smart game.
Davis noted that he felt responsible for helping the young talent adapt to the team. He specifically highlighted that Bellingham did not lose his grounded nature and sincerity even in a tough tournament like the Championship. Today, as a leader of Real Madrid, the player seems to have maintained the character he had back then.
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