Jobe Bellingham has been among the best players in the Championship this season, and Real Madrid have apparently been keeping an eye on his progress.

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  • Jobe Bellingham enjoying fine season at Sunderland
  • Championship star has caught Madrid's eye
  • Younger Bellingham could unite with brother Jude
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Jobe Bellingham and Jude Bellingham could feature for the same club team in the near future. According to a report from the Sunderland star has impressed Real Madrid, with the Liga side now keeping an eye on the younger Bellingham. A possible link-up between the Bellingham brothers could become a reality in the Spanish capital, should Jude's employers make a move for Jobe.

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Jobe Bellingham has made 39 appearances in the Championship this season, scoring four times and assisting thrice. He has been one of the pillars of a Sunderland side who will be featuring in the playoffs for a place in the Premier League next season. His dominant displays from midfield were rewarded, as Jobe won the Championship's Young Player of the Season award.

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    Madrid are not the only team to be keeping an eye on Jobe. Reports in recent weeks have given rise to speculation that he could follow in the footsteps of his elder brother by making a switch to the Bundesliga. Indeed, RB Leipzig have made it a 'priority' to bring in the Sunderland sensation ahead of the 2025-26 season, while Jude's former team, Borussia Dortmund, have also been credited with an interest in Jobe.

    Meanwhile, Premier League giants Manchester United and Chelsea have reportedly also joined the race to acquire the young midfielder's signature.

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    WHAT NEXT FOR JOBE BELLINGHAM?

    Sunderland are due to play their final Championship game of the season this Saturday, May 3, as they take on Queen Park Rangers. Sitting in fourth place currently, the Black Cats are yet to learn their opponents for the two-legged play-off semi-final. The first leg will take place next Friday, May 9.