Every time someone predicts the value of Jobe Bellingham, they put on at least €5 million. – No wonder when big brother Jude Bellinham managed to avoid all English teams after he left Birmingham now that Real Madrid’s player is worth €200 million.
Not only can 19-year-old Jobe, who has “world-class potential”, just like his older brother, show a lot he can show on the pitch, he will, in all likelihood, be a solid investment for the club that lands him.
Manchester United are now the latest among six Premier League clubs chasing the Sunderland star
Manchester United are one of several Premier League clubs considering a bid for Sunderland’s young midfield talent, Jobe Bellingham. According to sources close to the player, he has a strong chance of playing in the Premier League next season, suggesting that he could leave Sunderland if the club fails to get promoted via the play-offs. – However, there is strong interest from the Bundesliga as well, big brother visited Borussia Dortmund where he became a superstar and Jürgen Klopp as head of Red Bull’s global football venture wants him to RB Leipzig.
The young midfielder has played a key role for Sunderland this season, helping the club secure a place in the Championship play-offs.
Premier League clubs in a row
Sources close to the player have informed TEAMtalk that there is a lot of interest in Bellingham from established Premier League clubs. Manchester United are constantly monitoring his development and want to position themselves strongly for a possible signing. But they are not alone – at least three other Premier League clubs are also monitoring the situation.
Brighton, Brentford and Nottingham Forest among the clubs keeping an eye on Bellingham. These clubs are willing to start talks about a transfer if Sunderland fail to get promoted to the Premier League.
Bellingham’s transition position
Jobe Bellingham himself is eager to play at the highest level, and a move to the Premier League could be on the cards if Sunderland fail to secure promotion. However, the club will not engage in transfer speculation at this critical stage of the season, and will demand a high transfer fee no matter what happens.
Sunderland find themselves in a strong negotiating position, as Bellingham is tied to the club with a contract that runs until the summer of 2028.
Chelsea and Tottenham are also keeping an eye on Bellingham
In addition to the aforementioned clubs, both Chelsea and Tottenham have sent scouts to monitor Bellingham’s performance this season. Tottenham, in particular, is a club to keep an eye on, as they are looking to add more young talents to their squad.
Tottenham have already seen young players such as Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall establish themselves as key players this season, partly due to injuries in the squad. The signing of Bellingham could be an opportunity for Ange Postecoglou’s side, who are striving to return to the European places.
Bellingham’s performances this season
Jobe Bellingham has impressed in the Championship this season with 34 appearances, four goals and three assists. His abilities as a technically skilled and tactically astute midfielder have made him one of the most exciting young talents in English football.
Now what for Bellingham?
Jobe Bellingham’s future looks bright, regardless of whether he ends up playing in the Premier League with Sunderland or another club. With his talent and potential, it is likely that he will attract even more attention in the coming months.
For Sunderland, it is now about securing promotion and keeping their young star. But if they fail to get promoted, it could be difficult to resist the pressure from the big clubs who want to bring Bellingham to their ranks.
No matter what happens, one thing is certain: Jobe Bellingham is a name we will hear a lot more about in the future.
