Jude Bellingham might have found himself in a bit of a bind with Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti after he missed a phone call from the boss. Currently enjoying his post-Euro 2024 vacation, Bellingham is expected to return soon to start preparations for the UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta on August 14. Although his relationship with Ancelotti has generally been positive since joining Real Madrid last summer, it hasn’t been without its issues. Bellingham faced a controversial drop early last season, and his strong personality has occasionally led to disagreements.

Ancelotti shared his frustration with reporters, revealing, “I got annoyed with Bellingham. I called him, and he didn’t answer. But when Vinicius called, he picked up right away.” Despite his irritation, Ancelotti’s tone was light-hearted, and he chuckled while telling the story.

The incident appears to be a minor issue that is unlikely to require significant intervention. Ancelotti’s relaxed demeanor suggests that any tension will be resolved before their upcoming preseason match against Chelsea in North Carolina. Following a 2-1 defeat to Barcelona and a challenging preseason in the U.S., where they lost both matches against AC Milan and Barcelona, Madrid will be keen to secure a win. Ancelotti addressed the preseason losses by urging calm, stating, “Let’s not go crazy,” and continues to stay in touch with key players, including Bellingham, during their holidays. The manager’s humor about the missed call indicates no serious rift with Bellingham, and fans are eagerly awaiting his return to help drive Real Madrid’s success.