Cliff Notes – Transfer rumors, news: Leipzig want to sign Jobe Bellingham
- RB Leipzig have initiated negotiations for Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham, who is also attracting interest from Chelsea and Manchester United.
- Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly leading the pursuit of Lille midfielder Angel Gomes, who is set to become a free agent this summer.
Transfer rumors, news: Leipzig want to sign Jobe Bellingham
RB Leipzig have made contact for Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham, while Tottenham Hotspur are at the front of the queue for Lille midfielder Angel Gomes. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip from around the globe.
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RB Leipzig have reportedly joined the race for Jobe Bellingham, which could set up a showdown against Chelsea, Manchester United and other clubs who are interested in the Sunderland midfielder. Mark Leech/Offside/Offside via Getty ImagesTRENDING RUMORS
– RB Leipzig are interested in Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham, according to Sky Sport Deutschland’s Florian Plettenberg. The Bundesliga club are said to have begun negotiations over a potential move in the summer for the 19-year-old, but they feel his valuation is too high after their first enquiry. Leipzig are reported to be among multiple teams tracking him, with Bellingham expected to leave the Stadium of Light in the summer. Previous reports have linked Jude Bellingham’s brother with Chelsea, Manchester United and Arsenal.
– Tottenham Hotspur are leading the race to sign Lille midfielder Angel Gomes, reports Football Insider. Several clubs across Europe are believed to be keen on the 24-year-old, who is set to become a free agent in the summer, and rejected a pre-contract agreement offer from West Ham. Scouts from Spurs are reported to have watched him on multiple occasions, with manager Ange Postecoglou seeing him as an ideal fit for his system.
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– Chelsea have made contact for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, according to TEAMtalk. The Blues are reported to have stepped up their interest for the 22-year-old Spain international, but it is believed that whether they win the race for him hinges on if they secure qualification to next season’s Champions League. Liverpool, Arsenal, and Tottenham Hotspur are also keen on securing his signature.
– No progress has been made during talks over a new contract between Juventus and striker Dusan Vlahovic, reports Calciomercato. It is believed that the 25-year-old has shown no desire to extend his stay with the Bianconeri, and they are now looking to part ways with him in the next transfer window. Vlahovic has scored nine goals in 22 Serie A games this season, and he was previously linked with Arsenal in January.
– Manchester United are interested in RB Leipzig attacking midfielder Xavi Simons, according to TEAMtalk. An offer worth in excess of €50 million is expected to be required to land the 21-year-old Netherlands international, and it is reported that the Red Devils would first need to offload some players before making a move for him, as manager Ruben Amorim looks to prioritise reinforcing other areas of his squad first.