Manchester United are eyeing a surprise move for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham during the winter transfer window, the Sunday Mirror reports.press edition).
The Red Devils focused mainly on strengthening their forward department during the last transfer period. Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko were signed alongside Senne Lammens and Diego Leon.
Manager Ruben Amorim is looking for a new midfielder in January Sunday mirror claim Man United could explore a loan deal given the huge spending spree over the summer. Bellingham has emerged as a top target.
Bellingham signed for Borussia Dortmund from Premier League newcomers Sunderland for £28m last summer, but his future has been the subject of speculation due to his lack of regular first-team football under manager Niko Kovac.
There have also been differences between sporting director Sebastian Kehl and Bellingham’s father and agent Mark. United are monitoring the situation and are considering a ‘shock move’ for the midfielder around the turn of the year.
Possible deal
Bellingham had an excellent season with Sunderland in the Championship last season. He collected 4 goals and 3 assists from 43 appearances en route to their promotion to the English top flight.
The 20-year-old was on the radar of several Premier League teams last summer but was convinced to join Dortmund in a deal worth £28m. His brother Jude Bellingham’s success with the German team convinced him to sign for the Bundesliga giants.
He was expected to be a key player for Dortmund, but his situation was very different. Under Kovac he was limited to just four starts from twelve appearances. He registered his first 2 assists against Copenhagen in the Champions League last week.
Despite his goal contributions, he was back on the bench against Köln and only played 5 minutes of regular playing time. Bellingham could assess his future when the transfer window reopens, and United could lure him back to England if they can guarantee him a regular start.
Kobbie Mainoo was once touted as United’s future number six, but manager Ruben Amorim no longer trusts him. He stuck with the experienced Casemiro in the midfield role, while Manuel Ugarte also failed to live up to initial expectations.
With Bellingham, United could have a future defensive midfielder in their ranks. The youngster played as a deeper midfielder in a double rotation at Sunderland, where he impressed with his tackling, recovery, game-winning skills and ability to clear his lines.
He has a strong work rate and can also put a lot of pressure on opponents. The Mancunian giants could propose a loan deal for the highly talented midfielder in January, with a possible purchase option during next summer’s transfer window.
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