Tottenham Hotspur 'express interest in Championship teenager valued at £20m'

Tottenham Hotspur would be interested in signing Sunderland Midfielder Jobe Bellingham.

The 18-year-old is already linked with a move away from the Stadium of Light despite only joining Sunderland from Birmingham City last year.

The midfielder, who is the younger brother of the Real Madrid and England star Jude Bellinghamwas a regular in the Sunderland side last season, contributing seven goals and one assist in 45 league appearances.

Bellingham's performances eventually led to him being called up to the England men's Elite League (under-20s) squad for two friendlies against Sweden and the Republic of Ireland.

With Bellingham currently preparing for these two matches, his future continues to spark significant speculation ahead of the summer transfer window.

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Tottenham joins race at Bellingham

A recent report claimed that Crystal Palace have already opened discussions over a possible move for the teenager from Sunderland.

According to the journalist Ed AaronsTottenham are also showing interest in securing Bellingham's signature this summer.

The update claims Palace and Spurs are rivaled by fellow Londoners Brentford, leaving Sunderland with a fight on their hands to retain Bellingham's services.

The Championship side are determined to keep the youngster, who has three years remaining on his contract.

However, it is believed Sunderland will consider sanctioning a sale if they receive offers above £20m.

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Where would Bellingham play for Spur?

Bellingham has already shown in his young career that he can play as an attacking midfielder, a number eight and even a center forward.

If Spurs sign him to play the number 10 role, he will struggle to replace the England international. James Maddison.

However, with Tottenham involved in European competition next season, there should be enough games for Bellingham to get regular opportunities.

It is also possible that Bellingham could be used as a traditional central midfielder, especially with the uncertainty surrounding the future of Pierre-Émile Hojbjerg And Olivier Skipp.

However, Bellingham will still have to find a way past situations like Rodrigo Bentancur, Pope Sarr And Yves Bissouma.

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