The 20-year-old, who helped Real Madrid win the Champions League, took the top spot, beating out the likes of Lionel Messi.
by Daniel Binns, News Reporter
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 12:13 UK
Jude Bellingham may be a contender for the Ballon d’Or, but he’s already ranked the best footballer in the world by the creators of the popular card game “Top Trumps.”
The West Midlands-born star managed Real Madrid Champions League final victory Saturday.
Top Trump is a 20-year-old Trump Lionel Messi The main reason for his place at number one is his estimated market value of €150m (£128m), combined with his talent and potential.
Bellingham is expected to be a key player for England in upcoming tournaments. Euro 2024 Tournament in Germany.
Bookmakers say Bellingham is the second favourite to win this year’s Ballon d’Or, the prestigious award given to the world’s best footballer, behind his Real Madrid teammate Vinicius Junior.
In a recent interview, Midfielder He told Sky News that he “doesn’t feel like I’m the kid at the top” because his family kept him grounded.
He said: “I feel like I go to work every day just like everyone else, and I’m just blessed to enjoy my job as much as I do.”
Top Trumps’ new World Football Stars series will feature 200 players in total, and will be released in stages over the coming months.
In this game, cards are used that have lists of numerical data written on them, and players aim to win by using their opponent’s cards as “trump cards.”
“Jude Bellingham’s ranking at number one is primarily due to his high market value, exceptional talent and potential,” a spokesman for the game said.
“Despite only being 20 years old and at the start of his career, his impressive performances on the field and leadership qualities have already set him apart and surpassed most other players.
“His inspirational ability to dominate the midfield and consistency at the highest level of competition has seen him secure the top spot in our rankings and take over as number one.”
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Argentina star Messi, 36, has won far more trophies than Bellingham, including: World Cupmultiple club titles and 8-time Ballon d’Or winner His career is much longer.
But Top Trumps said Messi’s estimated market value is 35 million euros (£30 million), putting him fifth in its rankings, below the Englishman.
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Top Trumps has yet to reveal the final line-up of the 10 best players as all the new packs have not yet been released, but said it has another British player in the top five.
Another candidate is Kylian Mbappe. Just signed a five-year contract Real Madrid’s Bellingham, Manchester City’s Erling Haaland and the England and Bayern Munich striker. Harry Kane.
Female players in the game’s latest deck include England’s Keira Walsh, Leah Williamson and Millie Bright.