Jude Bellingham shows off his Spanish and congratulates Ezri Konsa on England call-up
Jude Bellingham wasn't back in an England shirt for long, but still gave fans plenty to focus on.
The Real Madrid superstar withdrew from the squad due to a shoulder injury, but still made the trip to St. George's Park to get a check over from the England medical staff.
The 20-year-old joined Madrid in the summer for an initial €103million (£88.5m), with add-ons to take the deal to £115m.
In doing so, it made him the most expensive British player in history, and he has already had a bright start to life in the Spanish capital.
Bellingham has thrived at the Santiago Bernabeu, managing 13 goals in 14 appearances across all competitions.
The midfielder arrived back in England on Monday night in a video released by the Three Lions on YouTube.
He was seen being greeted by some of Gareth Southgate's coaching staff before congratulating Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa.
The 26-year-old received his first ever call-up to the senior side after Lewis Dunk was forced to withdraw through injury.
Bellingham can be heard saying: «Alright mate, congratulations, how's things? All good?»
The Real Madrid star then approaches Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, who says: «Hola, ¿Cómo estas?» [Hello, how are you?]
Bellingham confidently replies: «Bien, ¿y tú?» [Good, and you?]
The midfielder has since withdrew from England duty, joining Dunk, Levi Colwill, James Maddison, and Callum Wilson on the treatment table.
England are gearing up for their upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers against Malta and North Macedonia.
The Three Lions have already booked their place at next summer's finals in Germany after their victory over Italy secured qualification.
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