Chelsea are prepared to beat the competition to sign Jobe Bellingham from Sunderland, aiming to avoid a repeat of missing out on his brother Jude, now a Real Madrid star.
Chelsea are reportedly attempting to sign Sunderland star Jobe Bellingham after failing to secure his famous brother Jude.
WHAT HAPPENED?
According to The Sun, Chelsea have joined the race to sign Sunderland star Jobe Bellingham this summer, though Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen are already pursuing him. The report also suggests the 19-year-old is likely to be sold if Sunderland fail to secure promotion to the Premier League.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Chelsea had a chance to sign Jude Bellingham during his teenage years at Birmingham City, but he ultimately joined Dortmund, shaping his successful career. Now, the Blues appear determined not to miss out again, this time targeting his younger brother Jobe. The report also mentions interest from Tottenham and Crystal Palace, though Chelsea’s entry into the race is considered a “game changer.”
DID YOU KNOW?
Since joining Sunderland from Birmingham in 2023, Jobe has scored 11 goals and provided four assists in 79 appearances. He has demonstrated his versatility by playing as a forward, central midfielder, defensive midfielder, and attacking midfielder.
WHAT NEXT?
Despite the transfer speculation, Jobe is expected to play for Sunderland on Tuesday when they host Preston North End.
