Birmingham City may be in for a welcomed cash injection come January if reports of a potential transfer involving former player Jobe Bellingham come to fruition.
Last summer, the Blues parted ways with young starlet Jobe Bellingham, selling the player to Sunderland in a move that would see him further his development in a new environment.
However, Bellingham’s impressive performances on the pitch have skyrocketed his transfer value, leaving his former club in line to profit significantly should Sunderland choose to let him go in the January transfer window.
As per the terms of the initial transfer, it is believed that a sell-on clause was inserted in the contract, ensuring that Birmingham City would be entitled to a percentage of Bellingham’s future transfer fee should Sunderland decide to sell him on.
Given that Bellingham’s stock has risen dramatically since joining the Black Cats, a potential sale would net his former club a handsome sum, which could then be used to bolster their own transfer efforts in January.
While the exact figures of Bellingham’s transfer value remain unclear, sources close to the player have hinted that top-tier clubs have been keeping a close eye on his development, potentially paving the way for a significant bidding war in the coming months.
Birmingham City fans will be brimming with excitement at the prospect of their club potentially receiving a sizeable cash injection, which could be used to bring in new talent and strengthen the squad in the second half of the season.
However, Blues supporters may have to wait until January to see whether a transfer involving Jobe Bellingham comes to fruition and the extent to which their club stands to benefit from any potential deal.
One thing is certain, though - the coming months promise to be an exciting time for Birmingham City fans as the club looks to build on its current momentum and push for success in the second half of the season.