Manchester United eyeing Jobe Bellingham as Bruno Fernandes replacement

Manchester United will look to sign 21-year-old English midfielder Jobe Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund next year.

By Keshav Awasty · The Hard Tackle

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 6:30 AM

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Manchester United are reportedly monitoring Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham as a potential long-term replacement for Bruno Fernandes.
A permanent transfer would require a significant fee because Bellingham has nearly four years remaining on his Dortmund contract.
Reports indicate Dortmund will not consider winter window bids and Bellingham currently has no interest in joining Manchester United.

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Manchester United are planning for life after Bruno Fernandes and have identified Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham as a target, according to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes. The Premier League club will reportedly look to secure the 21-year-old English midfielder next year as they seek to strengthen their midfield department.

However, completing a permanent transfer or loan deal could prove difficult, as Bellingham reportedly has nearly four years left on his contract at Dortmund. Furthermore, recent reports suggest Dortmund will not consider winter offers, and Bellingham reportedly has no interest in moving to Manchester United.

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