GOAL runs through the best and worst of British players plying their trade on foreign soil. Now more than ever, British players are finding that the grass can be greener elsewhere. The lure of the Premier League remains grand, but it's not the be-all and end-all. In fact, some of the home nations' biggest stars have decided to take their talents abroad to the mainland continent and beyond.
Jobe Bellingham has found game time hard to come by at Borussia Dortmund despite a bright pre-season and debut goal at the Club World Cup. Coach Niko Kovac insists the new signing must be given time to adapt, stressing the need to protect him from pressure as he adjusts to life in the Bundesliga.
Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac has come to the defence of Jobe Bellingham following the young midfielder's struggles at the club in the ongoing campaign. Bellingham was substituted in the 69th minute of Wednesday's Champions League clash against Athletic Club, with Kovac shielding the ex-Sunderland starboy's underwhelming form by stating that he was "nervous" starting his first game in while.
Dietmar Hamann has labelled Jobe Bellingham as Borussia Dortmund's "only cause for concern" amid the club's strong start to the season. The German legend's criticism comes as the 20-year-old struggles for form, with manager Niko Kovac defending the 'nervous' star amid reports of off-field pressure from his family.
Jobe Bellingham is reportedly struggling to settle at Borussia Dortmund amid growing family tension, with German media claiming a "dangerously tense atmosphere" between his parents has left the young midfielder feeling "massively insecure". The situation comes as pressure mounts on the 20-year-old to step out of the shadow of his brother and Real Madrid superstar Jude.
Mark Bellingham, the father of Jude and Jobe, has seen some of his behaviour branded “an absolute joke” by England legend Sir Geoff Hurst. Bellingham senior has been billed as “the most powerful man in English football”, given the prominence of his two sons, but has also generated lively debate with his antics behind the scenes - with officials at Borussia Dortmund being confronted at one stage after Jobe was substituted at half-time.
Jude and Jobe Bellingham face a potentially unwelcome distraction away from the field, with the Daily Mail reporting that their parents have parted ways. It is claimed that Mark and Denise Bellingham have separated, having spent much of the last five years living apart as their time has been split between England, Germany and Spain - as they helped Jude and Jobe to thrive at club level. It is claimed that Mark is “growing close” to another woman.
Jude Bellingham left his brother Jobe confused with a Frank Sinatra-themed Instagram post as Real Madrid star enjoys time off amid exile from the England national team. Bellingham has returned to action for Madrid after undergoing a shoulder injury in the summer. He is still working his way back to full match fitness and sharpness, which prompted Thomas Tuchel to overlook the midfield star in the Three Lions squad.
Harry Kane has defended Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham after the youngster struggled in the 2-1 defeat to Bayern Munich. The England captain urged patience and encouraged the 20-year-old to “keep working hard,” as questions grow over his adaptation to life at Dortmund following his high-profile transfer from Sunderland in the summer window.
Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac has come to the defence of Jobe Bellingham after the 20-year-old faced criticism for his error in the 2-1 defeat to Bayern Munich. The English midfielder, who joined from Sunderland in the summer, has struggled for consistency, but Kovac insists he remains “impressed” with his progress ahead of Dortmund’s Champions League clash with Copenhagen.
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