Chelsea lead Man Utd in battle for England prospect Jobe Bellingham

The 19-year-old midfielder has attracted the attention of several Premier League clubs, including Manchester United, Arsenal, Tottenham, Brighton and Crystal Palace, all of whom are monitoring his progress.

In addition, Bundesliga clubs Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen have shown significant interest, with Bellingham's older brother, Jude, having had a successful stint at Dortmund.

Chelsea's interest in the player is understood to be the strongest at the moment as the club continue to focus on bringing in the best young talent from across the globe.

Bellingham is poised for a high-profile transfer, and both Chelsea and Manchester United are vying for his services. His impressive performances this season in the Championship have earned him praise for his presence on the pitch.

Although Chelsea have not yet made formal contact, they are seen as one of the frontrunners, with Bellingham viewed as a perfect fit for their long-term vision.