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Jobe Bellingham made 43 appearances for Sunderland last season, scoring four goals across all competitions Jobe Bellingham has joined Borussia Dortmund from Sunderland on a five-year contract until June 2030. Sunderland say the fee is a club record, believed to be 32m euros (£26. 96m) plus 5m euros (£4. 2m) in add-ons. The 19-year-old midfielder has played for the Black Cats since 2023, making 90 appearances, and helped them secure promotion to the Premier League last season. Bellingham began his career at Birmingham City, coming through the academy before playing two years of senior football for the club. In a statement, Bellingham said he is proud of the "strong" relationship he has with Sunderland supporters. "I will always represent Wearside in all that I strive to achieve for the rest of my career, wherever that may be, " he said. Bellingham was named Championship young player of the season for his performances during Sunderland's promotion-winning campaign. Jobe Bellingham following brother's path but wants 'own identity' With the deal being completed by 10 June, Bellingham can play for Dortmund at the Club World Cup, which begins on Sunday. Dortmund's opening group game is against Brazilian side Fluminense on 17 June at 17: 00 BST. Bellingham has been named in the England squad for the European Under-21 Championship, to be held in Slovakia from 11-28 June. But head coach Lee Carsley has said he will release players so they can compete at the Club World Cup in the United States. Bellingham is following in the footsteps of older brother Jude by moving to the Bundesliga, as the England midfielder - who also came through the Birmingham City youth system - spent three years with Dortmund before joining Real Madrid in 2023. He added in his farewell to Sunderland fans: "I hope that I have made you proud along the way, and in return, you have made me the player that has reached the heights I find myself at today. "I will love and remember you fondly for the rest of my life. " Dortmund, who have won eight German league titles, secured Champions League qualification by finishing fourth in the Bundesliga last season. Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast Comments can not be loaded To load Comments you need to enable Java Script in your browser Transfer news latest: Bellingham signs for Dortmund & Celtic re-sign Tierney Bellingham joins Dortmund for initial £27m on five-year deal It won't be Ranieri - but Italy need rebuilding from ruins Alexander Armstrong explores Rome's underground treasures The 1945 election and the dawn of a new age The device that is taking over people's kitchens Celebrating 50 years since Jaws first surfaced 'Opposite of Postecoglou' - what could Spurs expect from 'chef' Frank? What's going on with falling WSL attendances? 'This course challenges your sanity' - why Oakmont is toughest US Open test Fun French Open whets Wimbledon appetite - Second Serve On honeymoon, playing in a final - Webster's rise to Test all-rounder How undaunted teenager Miller exuded class in Scotland victory Jobe Bellingham following brother's path but wants 'own identity' Sinner and Alcaraz thriller proves rivalry here to stay The Queen's champion who reigned for half a century Clement 'had bad feeling after League Cup final' What next for heavyweight division after Wardley win? The stunning football pitches hiding in the Arctic Circle. Video The stunning football pitches hiding in the Arctic Circle Life as the Netball Super League's youngest player. Video Life as the Netball Super League's youngest player Where next for Grealish if he leaves Man City as expected? How the Glazer family cost Manchester United £1. 2bn What will Trump travel ban mean for sport? Meet the players who will defend England's European title 'There's a UFC belt at end of tunnel', Harrison tells abuse victims Delap done - which other strikers will be wanted this summer? 75 years of F1 in pictures Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.