Jude Bellingham ‘will tell Borussia Dortmund that he wants to LEAVE after the World Cup
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England star Jude Bellingham ‘will tell Borussia Dortmund he wants to LEAVE the club after the World Cup’… with the midfielder’s parents ‘eager to see their son join Liverpool instead of Real Madrid and Manchester City’
England star Jude Bellingham will tell Borussia Dortmund that he wants to leave the club after the World Cup, according to reports.
The 19-year-old has raised his already high profile during the World Cup after playing a starring role in Gareth Southgate’s side while in Qatar.
With teams already showing significant interest in the teenager, it appears Bellingham has decided his future is far from Germany and he could soon find himself in the Premier League, if his parents grant their wish.
Jude Bellingham will tell Borussia Dortmund he wants to leave the club, according to reports
Mark (L) and Denise (R) Bellingham have their preferences for where their son should play
Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool have become the favorites to seal the signing of Bellingham
According to BILD SPORTBellingham will tell Dortmund bosses his wish to leave the club after the World Cup, despite having a contract that runs until 2025.
European giants Real Madrid, Manchester City and Liverpool have all expressed interest in the midfielder, but it appears the Reds are the current favourites.
His father Mark, his mother Denise and their adviser Mark Bennett are the main negotiators for the youngster’s deals and his father is understood to have a strong desire for his son to move to Anfield.
The 19-year-old has a contract valid until 2025 with the Bundesliga team
Jurgen Klopp’s side see Bellingham as a key feature for their midfield rebuild, with several of their current stars including Jordan Henderson, 32, James Milner, 36 and Thiago, 31, all entering the twilight of their careers.
Bellingham has also developed a close relationship with Henderson and Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold during the World Cup, leading to speculation of a move.
Although negotiations have already started, there are still some financial hurdles that Liverpool must overcome if they want to sign the in-demand teenager.
Bellingham has developed a close relationship with Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson (right)
The same outlet reports that Dortmund will request a fee of 150 million euros (£130 million) for the midfielder, which is feasible given the high interest in the player.
Liverpool have already agreed with Mike Gordon, director of American owner ‘Fenway Sports Group’, to provide €100m for Bellingham, although they may fall short of the rest.
Even with Klopp’s strong relationship with BVB CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke, the Liverpool manager would not be able to negotiate a €50m discount.
But with the Fenway Sports Group looking to sell the club, a new owner could help boost Bellingham’s budget.
Until then, Bellingham’s ever-rising price tag may present a problem for the Reds with big-budget clubs like Real Madrid and Man City waiting patiently.
The youngster scored a goal and provided an assist for England during the World Cup.
The Spanish giants have not booked Bellingham as their top priority, given their wealth of midfield talent in Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga and Federico Valverde, but they still value the player immensely.
Similarly, Pep Guardiola’s side have not made Bellingham their main transfer target, but will closely monitor any developments on the player.
Bellingham has already noted Guardiola’s contract extension, which is one of the three main factors that could affect his move.
The midfielder values a regular first-team place and the long-term confidence of his manager ahead of the salary within his contract.
The duo of Real Madrid and France Eduardo Camavinga (L) and Aurelien Tchouameni in training
The midfielder will look to build on his impressive World Cup campaign when England take on France in the quarter-finals on Saturday.
Bellingham already has one goal and one assist throughout the tournament and has been one of the best players in England.
It has seen him take his impressive club form (three goals and two assists for Dortmund this year) to the World Cup.
Bellingham hoping to make an impact in England’s quarter-final clash with France