Arsenal is interested in signing 19-year-old midfielder Joe Bellingham from Sunderland as part of their midfield revamp during the upcoming transfer window.
With Thomas Partey and Jorginho’s futures unknown, manager Mikel Arteta has made acquiring a young, dynamic midfielder a priority.
Partey has yet to commit to a planned one-year extension with an option for another year, while Jorginho is considering taking on a coaching post at the Emirates at the end of the season, as first reported by FootballTransfers.
According to insiders, Arsenal scouts are keeping a close eye on Bellingham, who has impressed with his versatility and poise in Sunderland’s midfield.
It is understood that the Championship club reached a gentleman’s agreement with the England U21 international during contract negotiations last summer, allowing him to leave for a Premier League team if a decent bid came in.
Bellingham has steadily established himself as one of England’s most promising young footballers. Following in the footsteps of his brother, Jude, who presently plays for Real Madrid, he came through the ranks at Birmingham City before moving to Sunderland, where he has continued to thrive.
With Arsenal looking for new energy and long-term options in the midfield, Bellingham’s personality and potential could make him a great choice for Mikel Arteta’s growing project. It remains to be seen whether the Gunners will act on their interest, but Bellingham’s name is definitely worth keeping an eye on.
What can Arsenal expect from Jobe Bellingham?
Jobe Bellingham has been predominantly a ball-winning midfielder for Sunderland this season, after playing a more box-to-box role last season.
He has not blasted into the spotlight in the same manner that Jude did, but he does have 11 Championship goals for the Black Cats and a pair of England U21 caps.
SciSports, a data analytics business, predicts that Bellingham, who has an Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) of €13.4 million, will become a regular first-team member of the Arsenal squad after developing his game “significantly” over the last six months.
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