Bellingham faces LaLiga investigation over alleged slur directed at Greenwood

The 20-year-old faced his compatriot on Thursday night in Real Madrid's 2-0 win away at Getafe.

The incident in question occurred in the second half when Bellingham tackled his rival.

A video of the challenge has gone viral, with the comment in question believed to relate to Greenwood's suspension at Old Trafford.

In 2022 he was arrested and charged with attempted rape, engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour, and assault occasioning actual bodily harm.

However, those charges were dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service last February.

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It has now been revealed that Getafe have filed a complaint against Bellingham over the clip, which had no audio.

A LaLiga spokesperson told Telegraph Sport: "Yesterday, Getafe filed a formal complaint with the LaLiga match director who, as per standard procedure in such cases, has requested an expert lip-reading report to investigate the matter and act based on hard evidence."

It is understood that Greenwood himself does not want the matter to escalate as he looks to rebuild his career in Spain.

Since joining Getafe on loan last summer, the 22-year-old has become a key player under the tutelage of Jose Bordalas.

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From 18 LaLiga matches, he has chipped in with four goals and as many assists to help Getafe sit tenth in the table.

talkSPORT understands Greenwood's fine performances have led to Barcelona to keep tabs on the forward.

That is in addition to Atletico Madrid as well as Getafe looking to sign him on a permanent deal in the next transfer window.

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Greenwood, who is tied at Old Trafford until 2025, is believed to have no future at United.

He hasn't played for the Red Devils since he was initially arrested in January 2022.