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Borussia Dortmund ace Bellingham hails West Ham captain Rice

Borussia Dortmund teenage sensation Jude Bellingham has insisted he can find his groove with England at the World Cup.

The 19-year-old has been outstanding in the Bundesliga and Champions League for Dortmund this season.

With Kalvin Phillips not fully fit, Bellingham is seen as the ideal man to partner West Ham captain Declan Rice in the middle of the park for the Three Lions in Qatar this November and December.

“Declan is someone I admire a lot," said Bellingham.

“He's a top, top player. He is really good at what he does — he masters his craft, the type of midfielder he is, he's one of the very best.

“I've played with him a few times now for England and it's been a pleasure.

“He allows me to do the things that I want to do with the ball, going forward, trying to get in and around the box, he gives you protection, so I think we complement each other very well."

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