Bellingham: Kroos cannot be replaced, and I was not surprised by Mbappe

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham believes that it will be difficult to replace German star Toni Kroos, who retired from football permanently this summer.

Bellingham said. After yesterday's victory over Stuttgart: “We made a great effort yesterday, and the team was very good, but we gave them too many chances. I think we pressed well at times.”

He added: “I think we created many chances, and we were dangerous, but we lacked harmony. We showed that we can win even when we are not at our best, and we can create special moments.”

He stressed: “Mbappe adapted to the situation easily. The players appreciate him, and he will certainly be a strong addition to us this season and the coming seasons.”

He continued: “ There have been some changes in the team lineup this season, and losing Kroos greatly affected our rhythm and style of play. He is a very exceptional player. Kroos cannot be replaced, so we must look for new ways to fill the void he left.

He continued: “The last few weeks have been difficult for me, as I have not suffered many injuries during my career, so when I suffer an injury I always feel a little impatient, but this time, I wanted to be careful. We agreed.” However, this match will be an opportunity for me to return from injury, and I thought I would come on as a substitute, but I was excited to start the match.”

He concluded: “In the first half, I did my best. “I was excited and moving everywhere, trying to create opportunities and trying to enter the penalty area. In the second half, I felt a little tired, so I preferred to stay in the middle of the field, but I am learning how to come back and regain my fitness, and I am confident that I will be fine this season.”