Real Madrid star becomes second-most expensive teenager in the world

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Jude Bellingham has completed a big-money transfer move to Real Madrid.

The Los Blancos had to break the banks to seal a deal for the 19-year-old, who was officially unveiled on Thursday.

Bellingham is now the second-most expensive teenager in the world after Kylian Mbappe. Mbappe’s transfer deal stands at a staggering €180m – a world record fee for a teenager.

Bellingham is also the second-most expensive signing at Real Madrid after Eden Hazard.

“Thank you for coming everyone. This is the proudest day of my life. This is the greatest club in the world,” Jude Bellingham said during his Real Madrid unveiling ceremony.

“You don’t normally get the opportunity to play for this club, I’m very grateful to everyone who got me here.

“I want to thank Mr. President, Juni Calafat, JAS, the bosses, directors and my family.

“Thank you very much and…Hala Madrid!”