Jude Bellingham Faces La Liga Inquiry for Alleged Mason Greenwood Insult
Jude Bellingham, the England midfielder playing for Getafe in La Liga, could be facing disciplinary action after allegedly insulting Mason Greenwood during their match against Real Madrid. Getafe has reported the incident to La Liga officials, claiming that Bellingham called Greenwood a ‘rapist’. This accusation has sparked an inquiry into the incident.
The incident occurred during Madrid’s 2-0 victory when Bellingham tackled Greenwood close to the touchline. Television cameras captured Bellingham saying a two-syllable word towards Greenwood, although the audio did not pick up the exact insult. After the match, Getafe requested that the alleged slur be included in the official match report, potentially leading to an investigation.
If charged and found guilty by La Liga, Bellingham could face suspension. However, it is currently unclear if officials will take any action. This match marked the first time Bellingham faced Greenwood in the Spanish top flight since the Manchester United forward joined Getafe on loan in September.
Greenwood’s move to Spain came after Manchester United decided to restart his career elsewhere following his arrest in January 2022 for attempted rape, controlling behavior, and assault. Although all charges against him were dropped last February, United faced backlash from supporters over the prospect of his return. Consequently, the club is now open to selling Greenwood to raise funds for the upcoming summer transfer window.
Former La Liga referee Iturralde Gonzalez commented on the alleged slur, stating that Bellingham could face sanctions if the insult was indeed made. However, if Getafe wants to defend their player, they can take the case to the Competition Committee with the images as evidence.
As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen what actions will be taken by La Liga officials. Bellingham’s future and potential disciplinary measures hang in the balance, while Greenwood’s loan spell with Getafe could be affected by this incident.
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