JUDE BELLINGHAM made history by becoming the youngest Bundesliga captain EVER.
The Englishman had the armband for Dortmund’s visit to Cologne on Saturday, at the age of just 19.
And that made him the youngest captain in the history of the German top division.
Despite not being on the winning side, as Dortmund fell to a 3-2 defeat, Bellingham still managed an assist for the opener.
His appointment comes after usual captains Marco Reus and Mats Hummels were unavailable.
Bellingham has also been heavily linked with a move away from the German club.
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SunSport revealed last month how Bellingham was available for an £83million transfer if the money was all paid up front.
European heavyweights such as Manchester United, Liverpool, Real Madrid and Chelsea are all interested in his services.
United’s plans for next summer reportedly hinge on both Bellingham and long-term target Frenkie de Jong joining Erik ten Hag’s project.
Meanwhile, Liverpool and Chelsea both want the England midfielder to become their new main man as they plot midfield overhauls.
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However, Real Madrid are ready to throw a spanner in the works, and are reportedly Bellingham’s favoured destination.
Manchester City also share an interest in Bellingham, with Pep Guardiola’s side wanting the teenager as the long-term replacement to the likes of Kevin De Bruyne or Ilkay Gundogan, who are both in their 30s.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
