Jude Bellingham has revealed his dream of becoming the next James Bond after football, with the England star admitting he would love to swap the pitch for the big screen once his playing career eventually comes to an end.
The Real Madrid midfielder opened up about his ambitions away from football during an appearance on After Hours with James Corden, where he also discussed England's World Cup hopes, life in Spain and the possibility of one day playing in Major League Soccer.
Bellingham has already been one of England's standout performers in the tournament, scoring twice during the group stage and providing an assist for Harry Kane as Thomas Tuchel's side secured top spot in Group L.
The 23-year-old is expected to start Wednesday's last-16 clash against DR Congo in Atlanta, with England now just five victories away from ending their 60-year wait to lift the World Cup.
But it was Bellingham's Hollywood ambitions that provided the biggest talking point.
Asked what he would like to do outside football, the England international admitted portraying Britain's most famous fictional spy would be the ultimate challenge.
"People would always ask me, 'What's the thing you want to do outside of football?' And I never really give it that much thought," Bellingham said.
"But when I have, it always comes out – I'd love to be in a film.
Jude Bellingham has revealed his dream of becoming the next James Bond after football, with the England star admitting he would love to swap the pitch for the big screen once his playing career eventually comes to an end
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"I'd love to be James Bond."
Bellingham revealed he has long been a fan of the iconic franchise and has watched numerous films featuring different actors in the famous role.
"I've watched the Sean Connery ones, Roger Moore. I've seen all of them," he added.
"I love James Bond. I swear, I'd love to be."
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For now, however, Bellingham's focus remains firmly on delivering World Cup glory with England.
The midfielder believes lifting the trophy later this month would become one of the defining moments in the nation's sporting history.
"It would just be beyond iconic, beyond legendary," he said.
"It'd be something that would bring the country together for years and years.
"And when it does, I think it'll be an unbelievable time for the country."
Bellingham also reflected on life since joining Real Madrid, where he has become one of the biggest stars in Spanish football.
The midfielder admitted it can be difficult to move around the Spanish capital unnoticed because of the attention that comes with representing the European giants.
Jude Bellingham now has five goals for England at major tournaments following his effort against Panama | GETTY"Going to the main bits of the city it's got to be like a hoodie, cap, shades to not get recognised," he explained.
"But to be fair, even if you do get seen, it's always admiration or respect.
"They really put you on a pedestal of, 'Wow, you play for Real Madrid,' because they appreciate what it takes to get there.
"All the people are just so warm. Warmer when you're winning. Sure, it can be a bit tough when you're losing, but generally speaking, there are a lot of really warm people in the city."
Bellingham also hinted that he could eventually follow David Beckham's path by finishing his career in the United States.
"I do think it would be cool to live there and play there as well," he said.
"I do think at some point that would be pretty cool.
"Look at Becks and him going to LA Galaxy and then doing what he's done in Miami."