Jude Bellingham, now playing at Borussia Dortmund, is allegedly a transfer target for Manchester City
ESPN reports that Premier League winners Manchester City are becoming more hopeful that they will be able to acquire Jude Bellingham during the next summer transfer window. Besides Chelsea and Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United are interested in signing the 19-year-old England international.
According to the article, Bellingham has attracted the attention of Real Madrid, Liverpool, and Manchester United. However, it seems that the player will be joining Manchester City at the conclusion of the season.
For Liverpool to pay Bellingham’s alleged asking price would be an unaffordable luxury. Also, they will likely be unable to play in the UEFA Champions League. Manchester City has been continuously challenging for major trophies, whereas Manchester United is now undergoing reconstruction and may not be able to keep up with City in the near future.
Real Madrid, who are also interested in the 19-year-old but are keeping tabs on Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva as a backup plan in case they fail to acquire the England international, have been mentioned as possible suitors.
Bellingham is considered one of the most promising young players in the world, and he has all the skills necessary to become a top professional. They could need someone like him in the centre of the field, and he would be a huge asset to Manchester City.
Ilkay Gundogan is set to leave the Premier League winners when his contract expires at the end of the season. So, they will need to find a suitable replacement for the German international. Throughout his tenure with Manchester City, Gundogan has been an integral part of the team, playing a major role in their several championships.
A lot of people consider the German to be one of the most significant players in the Pep Guardiola era. And it looks like a good idea to replace him with a talented player like Bellingham. In the summer, it will be intriguing to watch whether the 19-year-old signs with Manchester City.
The Premier League team undoubtedly has the financial resources to rival any club in the world. And they have a history of success that can be shown. It’s conceivable that Bellingham would be interested in joining such a squad.
In addition, the player Liverpool and Manchester United are interested in would benefit from working with a world-class manager like Pep Guardiola. The Spanish coach may be able to speed up the development of the midfielder. At the same time, Manchester City may expect to pay what would be a record transfer price to Borussia Dortmund. And whether or not they are willing to pay a premium has yet to be shown.
