Paul Scholes makes bold predictions about Jude Bellingham’s move to Manchester United

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has predicted that his former club is still in the running to sign Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham.

Earlier this week, The Peoples Person reported that Liverpool had significantly cooled their interest in Bellingham, in a major boost to a move to United.

It was also detailed that Erik ten Hag is an ardent Bellingham fan and if a summer run is feasible, the United manager would welcome the Englishman with open arms.

However, United are still widely regarded as outsiders in the race to sign Bellingham from Manchester City and Real Madrid are considered favorites to sign the coveted 19-year-old.

Speaking to BT via The Sun, Scholes said Bellingham would be better served by a move to Old Trafford.

According to Scholes, Bellingham would also significantly improve United and raise the team’s level of performance.

“I think they [Man Utd] are suitors [to sign him]. If you had gone back a few years you would have said no chance. Even until the start of this season.

“But now I think they have to be. He would look at this team and think this will happen for years. I think he will sign for Real Madrid, I don’t know why. I just have that feeling.’

“But I really hope he comes here [Old Trafford]. He could turn United into a real team.”

The Sun reports that Dortmund intend to offer Bellingham a new contract which would include a £131million escape clause.

The player will also see his salary increase significantly at Signal Iduna Park.

Bellingham staying with Dortmund for another season is also not definitively ruled out.