I've seen him live on three occasions, plus many tv live games for his clubs so far.. and I remain to be convinced.
As Public Enemy put it, I 'don't believe the hype' but I do genuinely hope he develops into the player that the media suggests he could be, especially for England.
However, he reminds me of Pogba around the time he was touted as the 'next best thing' and a potential successor to Yaya here at City.
Problem was, of course, that at Juventus first time around he benefited from having Pirlo's brilliance alongside him, as well as Vidal's prodigious work rate to cover for his lesser work ethic. The whole 'Pogba Show' seemed, to me at least, just as described by Sylvia Plath as 'these spasmodic tricks of radiance'.. little or no substance at all.
In the end, without Pirlo and Vidal in support, Pogba turned out to be a show pony, only interested in himself at the expense of the team, whichever team paid his mega salary.
Sadly, I get the same feeling about Bellingham, especially the hype that has accompanied his move to Madrid. I really do hope I'm wrong and I wish him every good fortune.
But, let me say, lying on the floor and yarling 'It's so unfair!' every time an opponent dumps you in a tackle ain't exactly a good look, Jude old son..
