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Real Madrid are planning to open early contract talks with Jude Bellingham after extending Vinícius Júnior’s deal, according to the source notes.
Bellingham next in line
The club see the England midfielder as a key part of their long-term plans and want to secure his future sooner rather than later. Bellingham still has three years left on his current contract, so there is no immediate deadline to act.
Madrid’s wider contract policy
The move fits a broader approach at the Bernabéu. In recent months, Madrid have preferred to renew the deals of core players before they reach the final years of their contracts, reducing the risk of a contract standoff or interest from other major clubs.
That is the same route they took with Vinícius. The Brazilian forward’s extension was announced a few weeks ago and runs until 30 June 2032, and Bellingham now appears to be the next senior player on the club’s renewal list.