Owen: Bellingham’s style is similar to that of Steven Gerrard. He must return to play in the Premier League.

December 24-in a column in the Daily Telegraph, Owen talked about Bellingham and believes the midfielder must return to play in the Premier League.
Speaking of becoming famous in the World Cup, Owen said: “when I came back from the World Cup in 1998, my life changed a lot, not just to train, play and go home, but also a lot of distractions.” Instead of 20 letters a day, I get thousands of letters from all over the world, and then your broker will tell you that some brands want to work with you, and all of a sudden, you lose your life. ”
Bellingham needs to readjust his life and make sure there are people around him who can help him. He has experienced a great World Cup, maybe not as important as I have, but we can feel a real strength and he will be a great player. Bellingham will experience similar pressures and challenges as I do. all he has to do is satisfy the coach and teammates, which will keep him on the right track and become the player we think he will become in the next decade. ”
Speaking about Bellingham’s playing style, Owen said: “Bellingham has the qualities to be an all-round midfielder. We don’t see him every week because he plays in the Bundesliga.” but what impressed me was his dedication. I mean, he played for the team, not for himself, and he did so much that at first I thought,’Oh, my God, Bellingham, you’ve wasted too much energy because of your inexperience’. ”
“I was wrong. The more I watched his game, the more I liked the way he played football. He did well, ran a lot and scored goals. Sometimes when the players play for themselves, they focus on the eye-catching moments, but Bellingham will do what the coach and teammates really notice, he works hard and I like him very much. ”
Owen went on to compare Bellingham with Steven Gerrard, saying: “Bellingham is breaking the line between No. 6 and No. 8, he is different, he can play anywhere in midfield, he can do anything.” When I played football, there were usually two midfielders, so you have to be very comprehensive. Now the team plays in three midfielders and these all-round players are disappearing. ”
“I have played with Steven Gerrard, one of the best all-around midfielders, he is not a No. 6 player and he doesn’t want to stick to one position. Steven Gerrard is so good that he will cut in and score assists or goals, and so will Bellingham. ”
Speaking about Bellingham’s future, Owen said: “I think he has to go back to the Premier League. He played very well in Germany and decided to leave Birmingham when he was very young, so he will have more chances to play. Borussia Dortmund has great wealth.” The Premier League is the biggest and best league in the world. It’s just a question of which club can afford it. He will be one of the best all-around midfielders. ”