Bundesliga giants join the race for £12,500k-a-week Sunderland AFC star | OneFootball

Sunderland star Jobe Bellingham is reportedly of interest to top Bundesliga sides.

RB Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund are among the clubs showing serious interest in Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham.

Sky Deutschland have revealed Leipzig's interest in the £12,500-a-week (per Capology) Sunderland midfielder, whilst Bild reports that Dortmund are once again eyeing up his signature.

The 19-year-old has emerged as a standout performer in the Championship for the Black Cats this season.

His combination of technical ability, athleticism, and potential has attracted attention from major clubs across Europe, with the Black Cats facing a battle to retain one of their most prized assets ahead of the summer transfer window.

RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund join the race for Sunderland’s Jobe Bellingham

According to Sky Deutschland, RB Leipzig have identified Bellingham as a key target as they look to reinforce their midfield options for the 2024/25 campaign.

Despite the recent departure of head coach Marco Rose and the absence of a permanent managerial appointment, Leipzig's recruitment plans remain active.

Meanwhile, Bild reports that Borussia Dortmund are also pursuing Bellingham, with internal figures at the club convinced he possesses the potential to emulate the success of his older brother, Jude Bellingham, who starred at the club before his high-profile transfer to Real Madrid.

German reports indicate that Sunderland are expected to demand a fee in the region of €25m/£21.4m for the England U21 international.

Dortmund’s ability to fund a move is believed to be contingent upon qualification for the Champions League, which would guarantee an immediate financial uplift of €18.6 million.

Premier League competition likely as Bellingham’s stock rises

While Leipzig and Dortmund have both registered significant interest, the competition for Bellingham’s signature is expected to intensify.

Premier League clubs are closely monitoring his situation, and Sunderland could be tested by multiple offers should they fail to achieve promotion.

Caught Offside report that Chelsea are leading the race for Bellingham’s signature, but face domestic competition from Arsenal, Brighton, Crystal Palace and Tottenham.

For Bellingham, a move to Dortmund offers an enticing narrative. His brother’s highly successful development in Germany serves as a strong endorsement of the club’s ability to nurture young English talent.

Dortmund’s proven track record, combined with the prospect of European football, could prove decisive in any transfer decision.

RB Leipzig, however, present an equally compelling project, boasting a reputation for developing emerging players within a stable structure that regularly competes in Europe.

The decision facing Bellingham this summer will not solely be a financial one; the opportunity for regular first-team football, developmental trajectory, and long-term stability will all weigh heavily as one of English football’s most promising young players considers his next step.