‘Scary’ Bellingham can be the difference for England – Trippier

England defender Kieran Trippier has mentioned Jude Bellingham might be the workforce’s difference-maker forward of their Euro 2024 qualifier towards Italy.

Bellingham has been in very good kind since becoming a member of Real Madrid in the summer season switch window, scoring 10 targets in his first 10 begins for his new workforce in all competitions.

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“He can be the difference,” Trippier instructed reporters. “At such a young age, with the maturity, the quality and the aggression he’s got, he’s frightening. It’s not a surprise at all, the standards that he’s set in Madrid.

“You can see he is taking part in with freedom and the gamers round him are going to make him even higher. The scary factor is he is solely 20 years outdated.”

Trippier added that the England side had made “huge steps” since the 2018 World Cup.

“We misplaced in the Euros remaining however the most vital factor is we’re progressing and doing very effectively,” Trippier said.

“We’ve obtained targets from throughout the pitch and Jude, Madders [James Maddison], Bukayo [Saka], Phil [Foden] are nonetheless younger however can all change video games in sure moments.”

Trippier also defended team mate Jordan Henderson, who was booed by England fans during Friday’s 1-0 friendly win over Australia after joining Saudi Arabian club Al Ettifaq earlier this year.

“For us as gamers, we stick collectively,” Trippier said.

“I see Hendo every day. He is an unbelievable character, he is a pacesetter — what he does for the workforce, taking part in or not taking part in.

“He’s an unbelievable person to have in the dressing room. He makes sure everyone trains properly. He sets standards.”

England face Italy on Tuesday at Wembley.