Jobe Bellingham tipped to be one of Man United’s best players amid transfer link

Jobe Bellingham has continued to be linked with a surprise move to Manchester United as the Sunderland midfielder hopes to follow the footsteps of his brother Jude Bellingham.

Jude Bellingham currently plays at the highest level for Real Madrid in the Spanish League, his brother, Jobe, plays for Sunderland as he aims to help the Black Cats gain promotion into the Premier League.

Sunderland face a tough challenge in their quest for Premier League football, along with other contenders, they will be up against one of Leeds United, Sheffield United or Burnley, the three frontrunners for promotion.

However, Jobe’s performance this season have seen him linked with Manchester United.

Former Sunderland defender Michael Gray has now stated that Jobe has the attributes to play at the top like his brother, noting that the young Englishman will leave the club even though he wants him to stay.

Jude Bellingham of England and Jobe Bellingham of England Under-21s pose for a photo at St George’s Park on November 11, 2024 in Burton upon Trent, England. (Photo by Eddie Keogh – The FA/The FA via Getty Images)

Gray while speaking to Betfred was asked if the youngster could have an immediate impact if he moves to Manchester United, after being linked with a transfer to Old Trafford.

He replied: “I would say yes because he’s an outstanding talent that’s still probably got a bit to learn.

“One thing I would look at is that Amad Diallo went to Sunderland on loan and he was outstanding. He then goes back to Manchester United, has a couple of injuries and has to bide his time, but once he got himself in the first team, he’s probably been their best player this season.

“So when I take all that into consideration, then absolutely Jobe Bellingham could go to Manchester United, even though I want him to remain at Sunderland.”

The 50-year-old pundit added: “I think it’s probably on the cards that he [Bellingham] is going to go somewhere.

“I think 100 per cent he’s got the physicality, he’s ready for the big stage and when you look at what his brother’s achieved in a short period of time, I’m not saying that Jobe’s going to reach those levels, but he’s got all the ability in the world to be nearly as good as his brother.”

United are not the only club interested in Jobe, RB Leipzig are seriously interested in signing the young midfielder and have held initial talks over a summer swoop, according to reports in Germany.