Dortmund Tightens Grip on Jobe Bellingham Transfer
European Committee Discussion Proposed by Mr. Jobe on the Outlook for the European Union Community
In exciting news from Dortmund, it appears Borussia Dortmund is one step closer to snagging the coveted transfer of Jobe Bellingham. Sources indicate that the 19-year-old midfielder from AFC Sunderland has given his nod to the Bundesliga club, beating out rivals like Eintracht Frankfurt, RB Leipzig, and other English clubs according to reports from Bild. These clubs were among those circling the sought-after prospect, but the lure of Dortmund and the Westfalenstadion reportedly sealed the deal.
During his brother Jude's tenure at Dortmund from 2020 to 2023, Jobe was a frequent spectator, developing a fondness for the club's atmosphere. Jude went on to become a global star before making a move to Real Madrid.
Transfer Fee Details
Talks between BVB and Sunderland are reportedly underway. The transfer fee for this U21 international is estimated to range between 25 and 30 million euros. However, Sunderland is said to hold firm on a release clause closer to €40 million, which might sway the final agreement.
[1] The Guardian: "Borussia Dortmund's Jude Bellingham signs for Real Madrid on six-year deal." (https://www.theguardian.com/football/2023/may/13/borussia-dortmunds-jude-bellingham-signs-for-real-madrid-on-six-year-deal)
[2] ESPN: "BVB in talks with Sunderland to sign Jobe Bellingham." (https://www.espn.com/soccer/borussia-dortmund/story/4989028/bvb-in-talks-with-sunderland-to-sign-jobe-bellingham)
[3] Sky Sports: "Bellingham joins Real Madrid on six-year deal." (https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12333/12407651/bellingham-joins-real-madrid-on-six-year-deal)
The prospect of Jobe Bellingham joining Borussia Dortmund continues to gain traction, with the English midfielder apparent to prefer the German club over other suitors such as those from the English Premiere League and European leagues. The estimated transfer fee for the U21 international ranges between 25 and 30 million euros, but Sunderland insists on a release clause closer to €40 million.
