Jude Bellingham has revealed that Erling Haaland has been in contact with him throughout the World Cup.
The former has been crucial to England’s success in Qatar so far, but the latter has remained at home after Norway failed to qualify for the tournament.
The duo spent two seasons together at Borussia Dortmund before Haaland left for Manchester City last summer.
Although they no longer play together, Bellingham is still in contact with the striker, who sent him messages of support during the World Cup.
Speaking to BBC Sportthe England midfielder said: “Yeah, we talk every once in a while to be fair.
“Normally when we both play it’s more often, but it’s normally silly stuff to be honest, just if he sees something that makes him laugh, or I see something we’ve talked about before to send it to us.
“But it’s never like everyday, watching each other, you know.”
He added: “It’s always very encouraging to be fair. He messaged me after the first game and before the first game just saying ‘good luck’ and then he said ‘well done’ so yeah he’s a top guy.
There’s a chance that Bellingham and Haaland could be reunited in the coming months, with City showing interest in signing the youngster next summer.
They will face competition from Champions League holders Real Madrid and Liverpool, who are one of the favorites to sign him.
Reds boss Jurgen Klopp is believed to be pushing for a move for the midfielder, and the player himself is said to be open to a move to the Premier League giants.
For now though, the 19-year-old is focusing on potential World Cup success with England, who face France in the quarter-finals on Saturday – which will be shown live on talkSPORT.
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