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Bellingham wants ‘more extreme consequences’ for racist fans

Real Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham called for “more extreme consequences” for racist fans to prevent further abuse towards players.

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Bellingham wants tougher punishment towards racist fans

The 20-year-old had the chance to talk to CNN after winning the Laureus World Sports Breakthrough of the Year award.

Bellingham has been a huge advocate in fighting racism in Spanish football.

The young midfielder stood by Madrid teammate Vinícius Júnior, who has been the subject of racist abuse.

“I do think there’s got to be more extreme consequences,” he said. “I think that’s the best way to try and stop people from doing it in the future.”

In addition, Bellingham also said the players should play a part in dealing with racism in football.

“What would be interesting is having the players involved. The players are the ones who are having to experience it. Not these people in charge of the game.”

“So if they really want to know what they think is fair or if they are confused, there are players all over Spain and all over the world that they can speak to, and I’ll tell them to take advantage of that.”

Nonetheless, the England international wants the game’s governing bodies to take action in combating racism.

“We can all say that we want to do things or say it should change. But I think we can all come together, regardless of what color you are, to help get rid of it. Because we’re all on the same team at the end of the day and we all think it’s disgusting,” said Bellingham.

“It shouldn’t be happening. So yeah, I look forward to seeing how the people in charge incorporate the players into the process of preventing it in the future.”