After weeks of interest, multiple sources have confirmed that Manchester City have tabled a formal bid for Jude Bellingham. The Real Madrid midfielder has been attracting interest from across the league in recent weeks, with an opening offer marking a clear intent to get the deal done before the market intensifies. But it remains to be seen whether this opening bid will be enough to tempt a move away. Talks remain ongoing, though with no rival clubs reported in the mix, Manchester City are progressing without added pressure. Manchester City look balanced this season - 2.09 goals scored and 0.73 goals conceded per game. Jude Bellingham would be expected to bring control and consistency to help push them to another level. Real Madrid have also been linked with Alex Grimaldo, Yan Diomande and Dominik Szoboszlai while Manchester City are reportedly monitoring Yan Diomande, Dominik Szoboszlai and Jeremy Monga. Want more transfer rumours like this? Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom for up-to-the-minute transfer news direct to your feed.