Jude Bellingham risks fresh Real Madrid suspension ahead of Arsenal Champions League showdown

Real Madrid and England star Jude Bellingham could be at risk of a fresh La Liga ban after his outburst following their surprise defeat to Valencia.

Los Blancos are gearing up for their Champions League showdown with this week, ahead of their first leg at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night.

There is already plenty of focus on the tie with the Gunners looking to overcome the reigning champions, with their Premier League aspirations hanging on by a thread as they sit 11 points behind Liverpool.

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Although eyes will be on ensuring that one of the clubs has an advantage going into the second-leg in the Spanish capital next week, Bellingham could find himself back in hot water with the Spanish Football Federation for a second time in as many months.

Valencia claimed a famous win over Real Madrid at the Bernabeu at the weekend thanks to Hugo Duro's 95th-minute winner, which leaves them four points off the current pace-setters Barcelona.

Bellingham's anger spilled over after the full-time whistle as he took out his frustration out at the pitchside monitor.

As per Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) rules, Bellingham could now be subject to a punishment. There is no set punishment for the midfielder and he could face a fine or even a ban.

The kick from Bellingham was firm enough to leave the piece of equipment shaking and the regulations from the governing body stipulate that ‘acts of aggression against equipment’ is punishable, if he is found to have deliberately damaged league property.

But, if his kick is found to have not damaged the monitor, the England international could still be sanctioned for 'bringing the game into disrepute' or 'disrespectful conduct'.

If the RFEF decide not to take significant action, Bellingham could still receive a warning over his behaviour and a reminder of the rules and standards he must uphold.

In February, the 21-year-old was banned for two games after a straight red card for showing 'disrespect' to the match official during Real Madrid's encounter with Osasuna.

The Englishman avoided a longer ban for swearing at the official, but manager Carlo Ancelotti had revealed that he had been handed his marching orders after being accused of shouting "f*** you."

However, thee Italian argued that he disagreed with the initial decision to be penalised and said "f*** off."

It follows the news that saw for their conduct, in light of their dramatic win over Atletico Madrid during the previous round of Champions League fixtures.

However, on Friday, a UEFA statement : "Following the investigation of a UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector, disciplinary proceedings were opened against the following Real Madrid CF players, Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, Daniel Ceballos Fernandez for potentially violating the basic rules of decent conduct (Art. 11(2)(b) of the UEFA Disciplinary Regulations).

"No disciplinary proceedings were opened against Real Madrid CF player, Vinicius Junior. The UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body (CEDB) has taken the following decisions:

"Decision: The CEDB has decided: To fine Real Madrid CF player, Antonio Rüdiger, €40,000 and to suspend him for a total of one (1) UEFA club competition match for which he would be otherwise eligible for violating the basic rules of decent conduct.

"Said suspension is not immediately enforced and is subject to a probationary period of one (1) year, starting from the date of the present decision.

"To fine Real Madrid CF player, Kylian Mbappé, €30,000 and to suspend him for a total of one (1) UEFA club competition match for which he would be otherwise eligible for violating the basic rules of decent conduct.

"Said suspension is not immediately enforced and is subject to a probationary period of one (1) year, starting from the date of the present decision.

"To fine Real Madrid CF player, Daniel Ceballos Fernández, €20,000 for violating the basic rules of decent conduct."