Arsenal's former scout Francis Cagigao has revealed why the club were unable to sign Jude Bellingham for a fraction of his current price several years ago. The 19-year-old appears to be on the verge of a transfer that will almost certainly be the highest fee paid for a British player ever as top clubs circle for his signature in 2023.
The Gunners are expected to be among those trying to prize the talented midfielder away from Borussia Dortmund in the summer but face serious competition from Real Madrid, Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea, to name a few. Bellingham starred at the World Cup for England over the winter, only adding to his already lofty value.
Having seen 22-year-old young player of the tournament Enzo Fernandez move for £106.8m in January, that is merely a guideline for the price likely to be attached to Bellingham. Although he has remained calm on his future, refusing to be drawn into transfer talk, the speculation continues to revolve around him regardless.
