English teenager Jude Bellingham has joined Bundesliga runners-up Borussia Dortmund from English Championship facet Birmingham metropolis, the German membership introduced Monday. The 17-year-old has signed a “long-term contract” and is to hitch the primary crew squad from July 30, Dortmund stated in a press release. Neither membership disclosed additional particulars, however the switch price is reported to be round 22 million euros ($25 million). “I am unable to thank Birmingham Metropolis sufficient for what they’ve completed for me, not simply this previous 12 months however because the age of seven,” stated Bellingham.
“Nonetheless, I am extremely excited to have joined one among Europe’s greatest golf equipment. The path they’re heading in and the way a lot they assist to enhance younger gamers made it a simple resolution for myself and my household.”
After the success of Jadon Sancho, who broke into the England crew in 2018 on the again of his Dortmund performances, Bellingham hopes to be the newest Englishman to observe in his footsteps.
“Jude has monumental potential, and we need to assist him develop within the coming years,” stated Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc.
The German membership additionally posted a video on social media with first-team gamers singing the Beatles hit “Hey Jude”.
Midfielder Bellingham has lengthy been linked with a transfer to Dortmund, having impressed at Championship facet Birmingham during the last 12 months.
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He grew to become the membership’s youngest ever first-team debutant final August, and has since made three appearances for England Below-17s.
His shows for Birmingham additionally attracted the eye of Manchester United, who reportedly tried to signal him in January.
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