Jude Bellingham and Adidas are taking their relationship to the next step with a multi-faceted footwear release.
The England and Real Madrid superstar is getting not only his first soccer cleats (or football boots) but also his first sneaker collaboration. A Jude Bellingham x Adidas Gazelle will release alongside two editions of the Predator boot, all of which are united by a black and gold color scheme and his logo that debuted earlier this year.
Bellingham’s Gazelle keeps things simple with almost the entirety of the sneaker clad in black, including the suede and leather upper. Metallic gold leather stripes are then given room to shine while matching the “JB” initials on the tongue and the more complex version of the logo on the insole featuring Bellingham’s signature celebration.
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The Predator Elite and Predator League boots then follow with a similar treatment for their uppers and gold studs upping the razzle-dazzle. Bellingham’s initials feature on the left lace shroud of both pairs, and as the name suggests, the Predator Elite is the higher-end version of the boots with a HybridTouch 2.0 upper and Primeknit collar. The more affordable Predator League opts for a Hybridfeel upper with the same Strikescale elements.
Soccer outlet Versus slid into Bellingham’s Instagram DMs for an informal interview, in which he said: “I’m really honored, growing up I was always interested in the style and aesthetics of football… seeing how players wore their kits, the accessories they used and what boots they wore. I associate certain memories or players with certain boots and it makes me really proud that myself and other people will be able to do the same in my boots.”
Still just 21 years old, Bellingham has had a career year in 2024. He captured his first Champions League title in his first season for Real Madrid and contributed 23 goals across all competitions. For England, he also helped lead the squad to the Euro final, and his first Adidas apparel collection released just after the tournament.
The Jude Bellingham x Adidas Gazelle and Predator boots will release Friday, October 18, through Adidas’ website. Pricing for the Gazelle is set at $110, the Predator Elite $280 and the Predator League $100. Kids sizes for the Predator League will also be available for $70.
About the Author:
Ian Servantes is a Senior News Editor for Footwear News specializing in sneaker coverage. He’s previously reported on streetwear and sneakers at Input and Highsnobiety after beginning his career on the pop culture beat. He subscribes to the idea that “ball is life” and doesn’t fuss over his kicks getting dirty.
