Man United and Chelsea battle for midfield “leader” who will cost €60 million

Michael Carrick applauds the travelling Man United fans after losing to Newcastle. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) Jobe Bellingham has been linked with a move away from Borussia Dortmund at the end of the season.The talented young midfielder is a target for Manchester United and Chelsea this summer. According to a report from FussballDaten, the German club is open to selling the player in the summer if a suitable offer is presented.They are prepared to sell him for a fee of around €50-60 million.Man United could use Jobe BellinghamManchester United is looking to add more quality and depth in the middle of the park, and they believe that Bellingham could be a “leader of the future”.They are looking to put together a formidable midfield unit, and it remains to be seen whether they are prepared to break the Bank for him. He is highly rated across Europe, and he could be a long-term acquisition for them. The opportunity to play for Manchester United will be exciting for the English talent as well.Chelsea keen on BellinghamMeanwhile, Chelsea is monitoring his situation as well. Chelsea scouts have watched the player in action frequently and rate him highly. They have the financial muscle to get the deal done as well. Enzo Fernandez has been linked with a move away from the London club, and they will need to replace him properly in the summer. Bellingham is a modern midfielder with the skill to succeed in the Premier League. He has the physicality to adapt to English football as well.Both Chelsea and Manchester United would be exciting destinations for the young midfielder, and it remains to be seen where he ends up. He will want to compete at the highest level and play for the world’s biggest clubs like his brother.Bellingham is a technically gifted central midfielder who will add drive, physicality and technical ability in the middle of the park for Manchester United.