Jude Bellingham breaks obscure LaLiga rule every time he plays for Real Madrid

Bellingham has been a sensation for Real Madrid since signing for the club from Borussia Dortmund in a deal rising to £113million.

Despite being a midfielder, he is top scorer in the Spanish top-flight this season having banged in 13 goals.

However, the 20-year-old has been breaking the rules every time he takes to the pitch - by playing with holes in his socks.

According to AS, to do so is banned by LaLiga - but the league have been happy to ignore it.

Bellingham is not the only one to do so, with Bale also playing with holes in his socks during his time at Real between 2013-2022.

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Brahim Diaz has also taken up the habit, doing so for several seasons now, with LaLiga happy to overlook the bizarre rule.

However, doing so is not down to a fashion choice from the players and is actually for medical reasons, with tight socks potentially leading to cramps.

Putting holes in their socks makes them looser, which reduces tightness around the calves and increased blood flow as a result.

The practice has been adopted by players all over the world, including the Premier League.

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Arsenal star Bukayo Saka and Chelsea's Conor Gallagher are just two players to do so in this country.

As well as copying Bale's sock tactics, Bellingham will hope he can replicate his trophy haul in Madrid.

The Rise of Jude Bellingham: How Birmingham's brightest prospect became England star and Real Madrid's newest Galactico

The Welshman won five Champions League titles with Los Blancos, as well as three league titles.

Bellingham might be in his first season at Real, but big things are expected of the ex-Birmingham City star.

After winning the Kopa Trophy - awarded to the best youngster in football - the next step is to go on and battle for the Ballon d'Or.