Borussia Dortmund's Jude Bellingham celebrates after the match
Arsenal are reportedly admirers of Borussia Dortmund and England central midfielder Jude Bellingham, and could make a move this summer.
The Lowdown: One of the best
Bellingham has already established himself as one of the best midfielders in the world at the tender age of just 19.
He already has ten goals and six assists for Dortmund in all competitions from the middle of the park so far this season, and ranks in the top 15% for all midfielders in Europe’s top five leagues in the past year for a number of key metrics.
At international level, Bellingham was a ‘monster‘ for England at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, in the words of former footballer Curtis Woodhouse, and is showing maturity well beyond his years.
The Latest: Arsenal admirers
Co-writing for The Athletic, reporter David Ornstein says that Arsenal are admirers of Bellingham, as they target a new midfielder in the summer.
However, his price may be out of reach, as it is expected to be upwards of €150m (£132m), with Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Real Madrid likely to be primary contenders for his signature.
The Verdict: Go for it?
Of course, Bellingham’s price is extortionate, and far more than the club-record £72m they paid for Nicolas Pepe in 201
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Mikel Arteta‘s team will need midfield cover come next season, given Mohamed Elneny’s long-term injury and the fact that Thomas Partey has also been prone to injuries throughout his career at the Emirates Stadium, and Bellingham is capable of slotting straight into the starting line-up and transforming the midfield as the North Londoners look to battle on four fronts next term.
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