Ian Wright on Jude Bellingham: Some people are not ‘ready for a black superstar’

The Real Madrid star has come under criticism for his reaction to being substituted during England’s win in Albania.
Ian Wright on Jude Bellingham: Some people are not ‘ready for a black superstar’

England’s Jude Bellingham has been criticised by some. Pic: Bradley Collyer/PA

Former England striker Ian Wright has defended Jude Bellingham, insisting some people are not “ready for a black superstar”.

Bellingham has come under criticism for his reaction to being substituted during England’s World Cup qualifying win at Albania on Sunday amid suggestions he is a disruptive influence in the squad.

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