Real Madrid Close In on Signing Borussia Dortmund Midfielder Jude Bellingham

• Real Madrid are closing in on an agreement to sign Jude Bellingham, according to reports
• He is contracted to Borussia Dortmund until 2025 but has been linked with a move away
• Bellingham was wanted by Liverpool, Madrid and even Manchester City in recent months

Jude Bellingham's potential transfer has dominated headlines of late, and the England international could finally be heading to a new club this summer.

The Borussia Dortmund midfielder is contracted to the club until 2025 but has been the subject of much transfer talk of late.

Bellingham was wanted by Liverpool, Manchester City, and Real Madrid, but now appears to be headed to Spain, according to numerous publications.

Sky Sports reported that Carlo Ancelotti's side were in advanced talks to sign the talented youngster, with a deal yet to be agreed upon.

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That comes after Liverpool pulled out of the race for the Englishman, leaving only Madrid and City in the running. Valued at €120 million, not many clubs could even consider making an offer for Bellingham.

Goal, who quoted Marca, then reported that Madrid are close to reaching an agreement in principle for the 19-year-old. According to the publication, Bellingham will sign a six-year deal with the La Liga champions.

Los Blancos are believed to have sent representatives last week to Germany to finalise a move for the former Birmingham City player.

Bellingham impressed for England at the World Cup in Qatar and has enjoyed another standout season for Dortmund in the Bundesliga.

The midfielder has played 40 games in all competitions for the side, scoring 11 goals and notching seven assists. He was also named as one of the team’s captains this season.

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Sports Brief previously reported on Bellingham remaining on the radar of several top clubs amid a possible move away from Bundesliga giants, Dortmund.

La Liga champions, Real Madrid happen to be one of the top contenders for the English midfielder, although their interest appears to have cooled recently.

Legendary English manager, Harry Redknapp recently claimed Bellingham is very much interested in a move to the Spanish champions over any other team.