EXPLAINED: Why Fans Think Jude Bellingham Should Quickly Abandon His No.5 Shirt

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Real Madrid fans have urged Jude Bellingham to abandon his beloved No.5 shirt at the club quickly
According to what appears to be a superstitious reason by the fans, Bellingham could suffer an injury if he doesn't heed the advice
However, per the rules, once La Liga clubs have submitted their final squad lists, players are not allowed to change their numbers

Football fans are often known for their superstitions and theories, and one such belief has recently emerged concerning Jude Bellingham and his squad number at Real Madrid.

The Englishman, who donned the iconic No.5 shirt after arriving from Borussia Dortmund, chose the number as a tribute to his idol, Zinedine Zidane.

Real Madrid fans have prayed Jude Bellingham to ditch his No.5 shirt amid the club's growing injury concerns.

Since then, he has become a fan favourite, though his performances haven’t quite reached the meteoric levels of his initial impact.

However, Real Madrid’s season has been far from smooth, largely due to an alarming string of injuries that have disrupted Carlo Ancelotti’s plans.

Four key players—Thibaut Courtois, Eder Militao, David Alaba, and Dani Carvajal—have all suffered serious anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in recent months, per Football Espana.

Why do fans want Bellingham to ditch the No.5 shirt?

What has caught the attention of fans is that these players wear shirt numbers in sequence, from 1 to 4.

This strange coincidence has left many supporters worried that Bellingham, who wears No.5, might be next to face a similar fate, as noted by Tribuna.

Although it’s clearly a coincidence, the idea of squad numbers correlating with injuries has sparked conversation among Madridistas, with many expressing concern on social media.

Bellingham’s influential role in the team and his ability to link up play in midfield have made him indispensable, and the thought of him being sidelined is a worrying prospect for fans.