In a stunning move, young English midfielder Jobe Bellingham has officially joined Borussia Dortmund from Sunderland. The transfer, finalized earlier today, marks a significant milestone for both clubs and the player himself.
Details of the Landmark Transfer
The initial transfer fee is reported to be £27.8 million (€33 million), making it a record sale for Sunderland and the second-most expensive signing in Borussia Dortmund's history, only potentially surpassed by Ousmane Dembele depending on add-ons.
Sunderland also negotiated a 15% sell-on clause and potential add-ons worth around £4.2 million with Dortmund. Approximately £2.1 million of these add-ons are considered easily achievable, adding further value to the deal for the newly-promoted Premier League side.
Bellingham's Perspective
“I'm delighted to now be a Borussia Dortmund player and to be fighting for titles with this great club,” Bellingham stated upon the completion of the transfer. “I want to do my part to celebrate success with these amazing fans here, and I'll be working hard to achieve that.”
Impact on England U21 and Club World Cup
Due to his move to Dortmund, Bellingham is expected to withdraw from the England U21 squad participating in the European Championships. This will allow him to join Dortmund for the Club World Cup, where they face Fluminense on June 17th. This decision underscores Dortmund's immediate plans for the young midfielder.
- Transfer Fee: £27.8 million (initial)
- Sell-on Clause: 15%
- Potential Add-ons: £4.2 million
The transfer represents a significant investment by Borussia Dortmund and a promising opportunity for Jobe Bellingham to further develop his career on a global stage.