Reports indicate that Jobe Bellingham is considering leaving Borussia Dortmund, just four months after his transfer from Sunderland. The 19-year-old midfielder joined the Bundesliga club for approximately £26.49 million, as per Transfermarkt.
Bellingham’s Playing Time Concerns
Since his arrival, Bellingham has only made 13 appearances for Dortmund, totaling 528 minutes on the pitch. Sources suggest that the young player feels he is underutilized and lacks the prominence he desires in the squad. He believes that coach Niko Kovač primarily selects him for matches when other players are unavailable due to injury.
Previous Performance at Sunderland
Before his move to Germany, Bellingham was a standout player at Sunderland. In his first season with the Black Cats, he made 47 appearances across various competitions, scoring seven goals and providing one assist. The following season saw him play in 43 matches, where he scored four goals and contributed three assists.
- First season at Sunderland: 47 appearances, 7 goals, 1 assist
- Second season at Sunderland: 43 appearances, 4 goals, 3 assists
Current Market Value and Future Prospects
Despite Borussia Dortmund initially paying a significant fee for Bellingham, his current market value has decreased to about £19.1 million, according to Transfermarkt. With a contract that extends until June 2023, the likelihood of a loan move seems high.
As speculation grows, it would not be surprising to see reports linking Bellingham with a potential return to Sunderland in the near future. This is a narrative that will be closely monitored as the situation develops.
