Borussia Dortmund addres ‘talk’ and rumors about Jude Bellingham

Recap of all the latest news, reports and rumors about Liverpool’s transfer interest in Jude Bellingham amid reported interest from Real Madrid and Manchester City

Jude Bellingham will almost certainly leave Dortmund this summer – but his whereabouts are still unknown.

Liverpool hope they choose her, but there are a number of top clubs vying for the English midfielder with the world at their feet.

The Reds’ interest in the transfer has been around for a long time – but there will be trouble getting him to Anfield. Rumors suggest that many other heavy hitters are watching the situation, including Real Madrid, PSG and potential Premier League rivals.

But could Jürgen Klopp and Co have an advantage? Bellingham, 19, is clearly close with international teammates Jordan Henderson and Trent Alexander-Arnold. The midfielder idolized Steven Gerrard growing up, and the sporting director of his current club Borussia Dortmund has hinted that Liverpool would be the preferred club to do business with.

Much is said and written about Bellingham all the time. Here is an overview of the reports and developments, with the most recent first…

BORUSSIA DORTMUND GIVE JUDE BELLINGHAM UPDATE AMONG LIVERPOOL CONNECTIONS

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl has confirmed the club has received no approach for star player Jude Bellingham. Liverpool are seen as the 19-year-old’s favourites, but Real Madrid, Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea are all keen to sign the England star.

“In terms of sport, I would be very happy if the boy stays at Borussia Dortmund for a long time,” Kehl said. “However, I cannot predict how the subject will evolve in a few months.

LIVERPOOL ‘ALWAYS RELIABLE’ TO SIGN JUDE BELLINGHAM

According to journalist Ben Jacobs, Liverpool are “still confident” of securing the summer signing of Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund.

The Reds are in contention with Real Madrid and Manchester City for the 19-year-old, who is said to be available for a fee in excess of £100m this summer. Jürgen Klopp has identified the England international as his main objective to improve Liverpool’s fortunes in midfield.