As Sunderland prepares for their Championship campaign this weekend, Borussia Dortmund is ramping up their interest in Jobe Bellingham. Despite the outcome of the Black Cats’ crucial match against Sheffield United at Wembley on Saturday, multiple clubs are vying for Bellingham’s signature after an impressive season.
Dortmund seems to be leading the pack in the race to sign the talented 19-year-old midfielder, with reports suggesting that senior officials have already started laying the groundwork for a potential deal. The Bundesliga club is eager to finalize the transfer before their FIFA Club World Cup campaign kicks off on June 14th.
According to Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg, Dortmund is prioritizing Bellingham as their top target for this position and discussions are set to continue in the coming weeks. While Bellingham remains focused on the play-off final, it seems likely that he will have a major decision to make this summer.
Despite signing a contract extension last year, Bellingham’s future at Sunderland remains uncertain as clubs are expected to meet the hefty asking price of at least £20 million. Sunderland manager Régis Le Bris acknowledged the challenges of retaining such a talented squad if promotion is not secured but emphasized the players’ full commitment to the upcoming games.
As speculation surrounding Bellingham’s future intensifies, all eyes will be on whether Dortmund can secure his signature before the start of their Club World Cup campaign.
