'Winner takes Jude' - Manchester United fans share same Jude Bellingham hope ahead of Borussia Dortmund friendly

05.04.2023 - 16:05 manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Manchester United fans are hoping that this summer's match with Borussia Dortmund in Las Vegas will mark the moment Jude Bellingham signs for Erik ten Hag's men.

United have been long-term admirers of Bellingham, dating back to when the midfielder was starring for Birmingham City in the Championship.

At that time, the Reds invited the youngster to their Carrington Training Ground for a tour of the facilities and to meet influential figures at the club.

After the trip however, Bellingham decided to sign for Dortmund and has progressed well in the Bundesliga. But, the midfielder's time in Germany looks to be heading towards its conclusion with many of Europe's big clubs circling to sign the England international. ALSO READ: Inside the Super Bowl stadium for United vs Dortmund The Reds are one of the clubs understood to be interested and MEN Sport adds that Ten Hag would be open to signing Bellingham should the circumstances be right.

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