According to The Sun, Chelsea are preparing a significant transfer bid for Jobe Bellingham, the highly-rated Sunderland midfielder and brother of Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham.
The 19-year-old has been instrumental in Sunderland’s push for a Championship play-off spot, drawing attention from several top clubs. Despite signing a contract extension until 2028, speculation is growing over his future at the Stadium of Light.
Bellingham’s performances have not gone unnoticed, with Premier League sides Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham and Crystal Palace all monitoring his progress. Interest from abroad is also strong, with Bundesliga clubs Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen keeping a close eye on his development.
And, according to reports from The Sun, Chelsea have now entered the race and are willing to outbid their rivals to secure his services. The Blues have spent heavily in recent transfer windows but remain committed to bolstering their squad with home-grown talent.
With their sights set on long-term squad development, Chelsea see Bellingham as a key addition for the future. Sunderland, meanwhile, are hopeful of retaining their young star, particularly if they achieve promotion to the Premier League.
However, should they fail to secure a top-flight return, they may struggle to resist the growing interest in Bellingham, with clubs preparing substantial offers ahead of the summer transfer window.
