BVB future uncertain: is Bellingham set for a shock exit? | OneFootball

Borussia Dortmund is reportedly facing a possible winter departure of Jobe Bellingham. The youngster is currently seeing little playtime, which is apparently causing increasing unrest in his camp.

The situation at Borussia Dortmund is escalating behind the scenes: Jobe Bellingham has only been used sporadically so far this season. The young Englishman only joined the Black and Yellows this summer from AFC Sunderland for 30.5 million euros, but his playtime leaves much to be desired. In the Bundesliga, he has only been in the starting lineup twice and has never played a full 90 minutes. His total minutes in competitive matches add up to just 301.

This situation is apparently causing unrest in the youngster's camp. According to Sky Sport CH, his father and advisor Mark Bellingham is increasingly dissatisfied with his son's limited playtime.

Coach Niko Kovac also commented on the situation and called for patience: “I know what he can do, he is 19 years young, and he is new with us.” Kovac emphasized the need to develop Bellingham gradually, even though the current situation might be frustrating for the midfielder.

Playtime Frustration: Bellingham only a Reserve under BVB Coach Kovac

BVB Sporting Director Sebastian Kehl also recently spoke about the difficult situation: “It's clear that Jobe might want to play more. That's okay, he is ambitious, he fights and trains hard. But the guys who are playing right now are doing well. It's hard for the coach to leave out a Sabitzer or a Nmecha. But we will need Jobe.”

Despite the official reassurances, speculation about a possible winter departure is increasing. Sky Sport CH reports that a transfer is not out of the question if the Englishman's playtime does not change. However, the Dortmund officials would likely be reluctant to accept a quick sale after just half a year – after all, the investment is significant, and a hasty decision would hardly be in the club's interest.

The coming weeks will show whether Jobe Bellingham can expand his role at BVB or if an early departure is imminent. The officials now need to find the balance between patience, development, and sporting reality – while also calming the Bellingham camp.

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