Get to know Jobe Bellingham, the youngster who has been linked with a transfer switch to Crystal Palace in the summer window.
With the summer transfer window fast approaching, Crystal Palace are putting plans in place for potential signings for the months ahead.
Following an impressive end to the 2023/24 campaign under Oliver Glasner, there’s excitement over what the Palace boss could do over his first full season.
The head coach has a fresh playing style which will require some changes in the Crystal Palace squad over the coming weeks.
Plenty of players have been linked with a move to Selhurst Park, the latest being Sunderland youngster Jobe Bellingham.
So with that said, here’s a look at everything you need to know surrounding Bellingham.
Jobe Bellingham’s age and height
Jobe Bellingham was born on September 23rd, 2005, which makes him just 18 years old at the time of writing.
The youngster is approximately 1.91 metres tall, or roughly six feet and two inches tall, which is an asset in the middle of the park, adding a sense of physicality to his skill set.
What position does Jobe Bellingham play?
For Sunderland, Jobe Bellingham has largely played as an attacking midfielder, adding a creative spark to the final third as well as a finishing touch in front of goal.
Bellingham is also able to play as a centre-forward, as well as a deeper midfield role if required.
Jobe Bellingham’s Sunderland stats
Since joining Sunderland in the summer of 2023, Jobe Bellingham has been a mainstay in the starting team.
The youngster made 45 appearances from a possible 46 in the Championship last season, scoring seven and assisting once in that time.
Having played almost every game available, Bellingham has gained vital experience in the second tier and can still improve further.
Is Jobe Bellingham the brother of Jude Bellingham?
One question that appears quite often surrounds whether Jobe Bellingham is the brother of England and Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham.
They are, in fact, brothers though Jobe is the younger of the two, with a two-year age difference between the pair.
What has Jude Bellingham said about Jobe Bellingham?
After winning the Golden Boy award in December 2023, Jude Bellingham named his brother Jobe as a player to watch out for in the future.
Speaking to Tuttosport about three players for the future, he said: “First of all, Arda Guler is a phenomenon, we see him training and we are delighted with him.
T”hen my former teammate Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, from Borussia Dortmund.
“And finally, my brother Jobe, a thoroughbred striker like our father. If Sunderland were to be promoted to the Premier League, watch out for him.”
Why does Bellingham have “Jobe” on the back of his shirt?
Sunderland coach Mike Dodds has previously discussed how tough it is for Jobe Bellingham to walk his own path separate from his brother, suggesting that may be the reason he has changed the name on the back of his shirt to “Jobe” rather than “Bellingham”.
Speaking in April, via the Athletic, Dodds said: “Jobe’s life is difficult anyway. I don’t think anyone will truly understand what it is like to be Jobe.
“If he goes anywhere in the world, he’s Jude’s brother, he’s not Jobe. Him having his own identity is something he desperately craves.
“As he gets older and gets more accolades and he does wonderful things in football, he’ll be appreciated for who he is.
“He obviously changed the name on the back of his shirt, so he’s desperately fighting to be recognised for him. It’s always going to be a battle for him, that’s the reality.”
Jobe Bellingham to Crystal Palace transfer
With the summer transfer window nearing, Jobe Bellingham has been linked with a whole host of transfer opportunities.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Crystal Palace are in the race to land the midfielder in the coming weeks, with Glasner keen on a move.
A switch to the Premier League would see Jobe move to the top flight at just 18 years old, following in the footsteps of his brother by playing at the highest level at such a young age.
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