Ashlyn Castro dons custom cropped Real Madrid shirt to support boyfriend Jude Bellingham on surprisingly early return from shoulder surgery for Real Madrid ‘Galactico’

Bellingham revealed at the FIFA Club World Cup, having been forced to wear uncomfortable strapping for several months, that he was heading under the knife. A successful operation took place on the back of that tournament in the United States.

It was expected that the 22-year-old playmaker would be sidelined for several months. It was initially suggested that he could be out until November, with that recovery plan being revised slightly to October.

Bellingham was back on the field when Real faced Espanyol on September 20. He was given a late cameo outing in that contest, with no risks being taken on his fitness. The Blancos are, however, delighted to have another ‘Galactico’ at their disposal once more.

Castro joined Bellingham in the stands as he was forced to watch on from afar, but she is now able to cheer her man on once more. The American model and influencer sported a custom Real Madrid third kit when paying another visit to a VIP box at the Bernabeu.

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Having been restricted to a matter of seconds against Espanyol, Bellingham will be hoping to figure more prominently in Real’s upcoming fixtures. Xabi Alonso’s side are due to visit Levante on Tuesday, before taking in a derby date with arch-rivals Atletico on September 27.