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Manchester United confident of winning Jude Bellingham battle after 'blowing Birmingham wonderkid away' with charm offensive that saw 16-year-old meet Sir Alex Ferguson and given tour of Carrington training complex

Manchester United are growing increasingly confident of winning the battle for Birmingham City wonderkid Jude Bellingham, according to reports.

United are one of a host of top European clubs, including Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea, who are desperate to sign the 16-year-old this summer.

It was reported last month that Dortmund were at the front of the queue after impressing Bellingham with their commitment to developing young players.

Manchester United are confident of winning the battle for Birmingham's Jude Bellingham
The 16-year-old is wanted by a host of top European clubs including Borussia Dortmund
But Bellingham was reportedly 'blown away' by his tour of United's training ground last month

But United, who are keen to secure a £35million deal rising to £50m with add-ons, aren't concerned by the interest being shown in Bellingham by rival clubs.