Judd Birmingham, the 20-year-old midfielder from England and Real Madrid, is setting his sights high after clinching the prestigious title of the Best Young Player under 21 at the Golden Ball Awards ceremony on Monday. His remarkable form with Real Madrid, scoring 13 goals in 13 official matches since his transfer from Borussia Dortmund during the summer transfer window, has certainly caught the world’s attention.
Jude Bellingham, England and Real Madrid midfielder-Source: X
Upon receiving the award, Birmingham expressed his gratitude to Dortmund, acknowledging the opportunities they provided him over the years to become a prominent player. He stated, “I am truly grateful to Dortmund for the opportunities they have given me over the years to become a standout player.”
Jude Bellingham won the 2023 Kopa Trophy, congrats 👏#ballondor pic.twitter.com/Od05dyIecy
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Furthermore, he added, “I have shouldered the responsibility well. It’s something I’ve been accustomed to since I was a young child.” This sense of responsibility has undoubtedly contributed to his successful career and maturity at such a young age.
Looking ahead, Birmingham’s ambitions are set on winning the UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid and the 2024 European Championship with England. He emphasized, “For this season, the goal is to win everything, and that should be the aim for the top two teams. I feel very confident, and England is certainly one of the contenders to win the 2024 European Championship.”
In closing, Birmingham emphasized the importance of focusing on delivering achievements for the fans, stating, “It’s important that we stop talking and start achieving something for our supporters.”
