Bayern Munich midfield prodigy names Real Madrid superstar as his toughest opponent | OneFootball

Even at the tender age of just 21, Real Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham is regarded as one of the best midfielders in world football.

The Englishman has progressed greatly since leaving Birmingham City, first enjoying a solid spell at Borussia Dortmund, before joining Real Madrid.

Bellingham had a stellar first season at Madrid, emerging as one of the most productive midfielders in Europe.

Although the youngster has endured a relatively slower second season, his form has started to come back in recent matches.

Aleksandar Pavlovic on Jude Bellingham

Bellingham returning to top form might not be a positive predicament for most of Real Madrid’s opponents.

It appears Bayern Munich midfielder Aleksandar Pavlovic has already realised it, as the youngster recently hailed Bellingham as the toughest opponent he has ever faced.

Aleksandar Pavlovic is a huge admirer of Bellingham (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)

In a recent interaction with Sky Sport Germany, Pavlovic was asked about the toughest player he has played against. The player did not even hesitate in naming Bellingham, though he has faced several top midfielders in world football.

Pavlovic himself, though, is no slouch. Aged just 20, the German has established himself as one of the best midfield prospects in world football.

Pavlovic has also become a key outlet in the Barcelona midfield, moving ahead of players such as Leon Goretkza in the pecking order.

The Bayern Munich midfielder will surely fancy an outing against Real Madrid and Bellingham in the second half of the campaign, when the two teams could meet each other in the knockout rounds of the UEFA Champions League.