"Iconic", "What kind of crossover is this" - Fans react as Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham links up with iconic LA rapper Snoop Dogg

Fans were stunned by Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham chilling with Snoop Dogg as they hung out at a launch party for the rapper's new Gin & Juice drink. The midfielder is enjoying the off-season after a grueling 2023-24 campaign and England's Euro 2024 heartbreak.

Jude Bellingham, 21, was one of several celebrities present at the launch party in London on Wednesday (July 18) night. Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, actor Idris Elba, basketball megastar LeBron James, and others attended the event.

Football fans were talking about Bellingham's encounter with Snoop Dogg. The Madrid midfielder displayed a cool demeanor, befitting the rapper throughout his debut season at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Jude Bellingham posed for a snap with Snoop Doggy Dog in front of a promotional poster of Gin & Juice. This is the 52-year-old and Dr Dre's ready-to-drink product, which has just launched in the United Kingdom.

Fans gave their take on Bellingham and Snoop Dogg hanging out, and many were amused. One fan dubbed their meet-up:

"Iconic."

Another fan asked:

"What kind of crossover is this?"

Other fans on X (formerly Twitter) gave their thoughts, with one describing the meeting:

"Young star Jude meets legend Snoop."

Another fan wrote:

"Cultural impact."

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Jude Bellingham could be key in Real Madrid's aims to sign Liverpool superstar Trent Alexander-Arnold

Jude Bellingham wants Trent Alexander-Arnold at Real Madrid.

Jude Bellingham arrived at Real Madrid from Borussia Dortmund last summer for £88 million (€103 million). The 36-cap England international was linked with Liverpool but joined the La Liga giants.

Trent Alexander-Arnold pushed for Bellingham to join him at Anfield, but to no avail. The duo have built a strong rapport at international level and could yet become teammates at club level.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reports that Bellingham has spoken highly of Alexander-Arnold at Real Madrid. Los Blancos are monitoring the English right-back and are huge admirers of the Reds' vice-captain.

Bellingham gave a glowing verdict of his close friend during Euro 2024 when Gareth Southgate used the right-back in an experimental midfield role. He told ITV Sport:

"He makes it so easy for me because he can control the game so well defensively in that position...I think we understand each other well with the ball. He always wants to play positive, he always wants to play forward."

Alexander-Arnold, 25, was key for the Merseysiders last season, registering three goals and nine assists in 37 games across competitions. He has a year left on his contract so his boyhood club may need to make a decision over his future.