When Bellingham left Birmingham City in 2020, he was one of the most coveted teenagers in European football. He could have headed 90 miles north to play for Manchester United, but decided to make the move to Germany and sign with Borussia Dortmund instead. It ended up being a wise move, as Dortmund provided him regular opportunities to play at the highest level that Man Utd might not have. He flourished almost immediately, becoming one of the rising stars in the Bundesliga.
5. He and Erling Haaland were teammates
Bellingham and Erling Haaland played together at Borussia Dortmund between 2020 and 2022. The pair quickly became fan favorites, both because of their performances and because of their apparent bond. Once the elite European clubs came calling, their careers took them in different directions, with Haaland moving to Manchester City and Bellingham eventually joining Real Madrid.
