Manchester United tried to sign Jude Bellingham as a 17-year-old but he eventually joined Borussia Dortmund and is now one of the world's best players.
Former Birmingham City sporting advisor Andres Manzano has suggested that Manchester United were close to signing Jude Bellingham back when he was a teenager.
It was in Germany that a teenage Bellingham went from promising young talent to world-beater. But those years could easily have been spent at Old Trafford.ALSO READ: Ten Hag provides fitness updates on two United players ahead of derby "We went to watch an under-23 game that was playing against a senior team," Manzano told Sport. "I remember that, after 10 minutes, I asked for the first time how old the number 7 was. They told me he was 2003.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Sergio Aguero makes Jude Bellingham transfer admission after Man City linksManchester City have long been linked with Jude Bellingham but the England star chose to join Real Madrid in the summer
Read more »
Hull City's Liam Rosenior believes former boss Wayne Rooney will turn Birmingham City aroundLIAM ROSENIOR says Birmingham City fans need to be patient with new manager Wayne Rooney – and backed his former boss to turn the West Midlands club around.
Read more »
Pep Guardiola plans for Man United become clearer after Man City winManchester City were made to work hard for their victory but did enough to pick up three important points in the Champions League
Read more »
Lewis left frustrated with his Man of the Match role for Man City vs Young BoysRico Lewis earned the UEFA Player of the Match award during Manchester City's Champions League win over Young Boys.
Read more »
Man City coach Guardiola raises Foden injury concern ahead of Man UnitedManchester City manager Pep Guardiola talked about a few issues in his squad after their win over Young Boys
Read more »
Eriksen has given Man United a Man City dilemmaChristian Eriken's role against Manchester City will determine Man Utd's approach to the Old Trafford clash.
Read more »