Shooting star Jude Bellingham is currently using the World Cup in Qatar to put himself even more on the radar of top international clubs. Manchester City is now apparently even ready to take extraordinary steps in poker for the BVB star.
As the “Football Insider” writes, the Citizens are considering sacrificing their record transfer Jack Grealish in order to be able to sign Bellingham in return.
A sale of the England international could bring in the necessary financial resources that would be needed for a Bellingham offer, so the calculation.
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Most recently, it was said that BVB was calling for between 100 and 150 million euros for its midfield jewel. City paid around 117.5 million euros for Grealish in the summer of 2021, making the offensive player the most expensive Englishman of all time.
The very rich English top club, which is supported with millions from Abu Dhabi, could probably raise the sum like that. In order not to violate UEFA’s financial fair play, sales may be necessary before City gets serious about Bellingham, the “Football Insider” rumors.
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However, the English champions should only get back a fraction of the transfer fee once paid for Grealish in the event of a sale.
The 27-year-old has only been able to convince City to a limited extent in recent years. Even after a year and a half, he was unable to secure a permanent place in Pep Guardiola’s star ensemble. In important games, the winger always came off the bench.
However, even after a Grealish sale, a Bellingham move to Man City would not be assured. After all, there are said to be a number of other clubs in the race for the 19-year-old.
Liverpool FC in particular is said to be very interested. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Red should even be in contact with the youngster. Real Madrid and Chelsea are also involved in exchange poker.
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