“Jobe Bellingham’s Future at Sunderland AFC: Shocking Revelations That Could Alter His Career
Jobe Bellingham is emerging as one of the EFL’s most promising young talents, consistently impressing as a midfielder for Sunderland, a club competing for promotion from the Championship.
In recent years, Sunderland has become one of the most progressive clubs in the EFL, thanks to their focus on acquiring young players with high potential since the new ownership took over. Many recent signings have been 21 or younger, contributing to a sustainable and forward-thinking model established by Kyril Louis-Dreyfus and Kristjaan Speakman.
Bellingham, a key figure in this strategy, has high expectations for this season. Sunderland boasts the youngest squad in the division, which reflects their commitment to giving opportunities to younger players. The team has fielded the youngest side in the league (22.7 years) for three consecutive seasons.
Given this environment, it’s no surprise that some players are being touted for greatness. As the younger brother of Jude Bellingham, Jobe enjoyed a breakout season last year, earning regular playing time. At just 19, he has already made over 70 Championship appearances and possesses the strength and skill to drive through opposition defenses, showcasing the potential to excel at a high level.
Last season, Bellingham scored seven goals and provided an assist, including a standout performance with a brace against Rotherham United. His impressive form has continued into the current season, where he picked up an assist in his opening match while taking on a more box-to-box role.
Sunderland’s recent victory over Middlesbrough marked their fifth win in six matches, highlighting the team’s progress under manager Regis Le Bris and Bellingham’s growing reputation. He has lived up to the “machine” label given to him by his brother, Jude.
While Jobe will always be compared to his famous sibling, he is actively working to carve out his own identity in football. With “Jobe” on the back of his shirt, he clearly aims to establish himself independently.
Jude recently shared a lighthearted moment when Carlo Ancelotti joked about replacing him with Jobe, further underscoring the comparisons that will inevitably arise.
Jobe, who joined Sunderland last summer for around £1.5 million, signed a new contract extending his stay until 2028, putting an end to transfer speculation from clubs like Brentford, Crystal Palace, and Tottenham, as well as Borussia Dortmund’s interest in him.
He currently earns approximately £12.5k per week, making him one of Sunderland’s top earners, alongside Patrick Roberts. Only four other players at the club earn more than Bellingham, including loanee Chris Mepham, who tops the list at £35k per week.
With Sunderland in a solid financial position following the lucrative sale of Jack Clarke, they are unlikely to part with their prized assets. Reports suggest the club would demand at least £20 million for Bellingham, a figure likely to increase given his upward trajectory.
As Sunderland aims for a strong finish in the Championship, Bellingham stands out as a key player who could help lead the team toward promotion. If he continues to perform at this level, he could either play in the top flight with Sunderland next season or attract attention from higher-tier clubs.
