Tottenham hotspur and Arsenal They are reportedly interested in signing Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham, according to Talk SPORT.
Spurs enjoyed a stellar start under Ange Postecoglou last season, but eventually ran out of gas and finished the campaign in fifth place in the standings. first divisionoutside the champions league place.
Now, the Lilywhites have had a terrible first half of this campaign, languishing in the bottom half of the table. As a result, Postecoglou has been criticized, so it seems that the Australian coach is planning to strengthen the team to turn the situation around.
Talk SPORT They claim that Tottenham have expressed interest in signing the 19-year-old, the younger brother of real Madrid and England superstar Jude Bellingham, and could make a concrete approach to signing him in January or next summer.
The Black Cats are willing to let the youngster leave the club if they receive an offer of around £20million. So financially, buying him shouldn't be a problem for Spurs, but securing his service won't be easy like Arsenal. western ham United and Crystal Palace are also interested in buying him.
Battle
Arsenal have reportedly been exploring the market to sign a new midfielder this year, with the futures of Thomas Partey and Jorginho currently uncertain.
Both have entered the final months of their respective contracts and, considering they have already reached the wrong end of their careers, renewing this position would be the right decision.
Bellingham has been enjoying a promising campaign in the Championship this season, contributing seven goals. He has been helping his team finish in the top two this season.
The youngster has been playing as a midfield double pivot for Sunderland, but can play in the number ten position and box-to-box role. He knows how to make passes between the lines and is a combative player.
The Englishman, who stands 6ft 2in tall, is a talented player and possesses great potential, so he would be a smart acquisition for Arsenal or Tottenham if either club buys him.
However, it will be interesting to see if Postecoglou's team or the Emirates club manage to finally secure his service if he leaves the Stadium of Light in January or next summer.
