May 28, (THEWILL) – Real Madrid’s pursuit of 19-year-old Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund has gained momentum, as sources monitored by THEWILL indicate that a transfer deal exceeding £100 million is on the horizon.
Discussions between the two clubs have reportedly concluded, with Los Blancos expected to pay a guaranteed sum of £87 million upfront, supplemented by potential add-ons amounting to £21 million based on Bellingham’s performance. As the Bundesliga season draws to a close, Real Madrid aims to finalise the move swiftly, offering the English midfielder a lucrative six-year contract that includes additional payments ranging from £1.75 million to £3.5 million per season.
The exact amounts of these extras will be contingent on Real Madrid’s success in the domestic league and cup competitions, as well as Bellingham’s on-field contributions such as appearances and goals scored.
Although the initial weekly wage proposed by the Spanish club falls below the salaries of their highest-earning players, sources from Spain suggest that substantial increments in 2025 and 2026 will propel Bellingham into their elite ranks.
With negotiations approaching the final stages, Real Madrid seems determined to secure the rising star’s services and inject fresh talent into their squad.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
