Jude Bellingham showed Getafe major respect before spending time with young Real Madrid fan battling cancer

Jude Bellingham further endeared himself to the football world with two respectful gestures following Real Madrid’s win at Getafe on Thursday.

The England international lined up for the LaLiga giants for their clash at Getafe and helped his side leapfrog Girona into top spot with a 2-0 win.

Former Newcastle and Stoke striker Joselu netted twice on the night but Bellingham was again at his menacing best as Madrid took another step towards regaining the title.

Following the match, footage captured Bellingham walking towards the tunnel alongside goalkeeper Andriy Lunin before quickly adjusting his direction after seeing Getafe’s club badge emblazoned on the touchline.

The 20-year-old showed his courteous side by walking around the badge, a move welcomed by the hundred of home fans baying for this attention as he made his way to the dressing room.

The 2023 Golden Boy recipient went one further after he was spotted in the stands embracing a young Real Madrid fan battling cancer.

Bellingham could be seen placing a hand on the boy's arm before posing for a snap. Upon leaving, the midfielder told him to ‘keep smiling’ in a moment that was sure to make his day.

The Three Lions star is six months into his Real Madrid career and it’s fair to say it could not have gone any better.

Bellingham has netted 18 goals in 27 games across all competitions and has quickly become one of the club’s leaders on and off the pitch.

His goals have masked Madrid’s need for a top-class striker as they continue to patiently wait for the possible arrival of Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer this summer.

Bellingham’s superb form at the Santiago Bernabeu is music to the ears of England boss Gareth Southgate who will hope the star can breathe fire into the Three Lions’ Euro 2024 bid this summer.

Despite only making his tournament debut at the 2022 World Cup, Bellingham has cemented his place in England’s midfield and has been touted as future captain of his country.