Jude Bellingham thrives under Mourinho's tactical shift at Real Madrid

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham is experiencing a resurgence under manager Jose Mourinho due to a tactical shift in his role. Mourinho has implemented a new system that reduces Bellingham's defensive workload, moving him away from a role that previously required him to defend like a second left-back.

By operating primarily as a number 10 in a 4-2-3-1 formation, Bellingham has gained more freedom to move across the attacking line and connect with forwards like Kylian Mbappe. This adjustment aims to maximize his offensive influence and energy levels, following previous seasons where his consistency was impacted by injuries and a deeper defensive positioning.