BREAKING NEWS: Following weeks of speculation about Marcus Rashford’s future at the club, the Red Devils are now focusing on luring Jude Bellingham back to the Premier League, reportedly tweaking their offer in an attempt to entice the English midfielder away from Real Madrid.

As Jude Bellingham gears up to play for Real Madrid in the eagerly awaited Champions League final, Manchester United might be contemplating a missed chance.

This Saturday at Wembley, Bellingham will compete against Borussia Dortmund, the team that honed his considerable talent after he left Birmingham City. All eyes will be on him in this electrifying match.

If Bellingham triumphs over his former club, he’ll not only claim the prestigious European trophy but also bolster his candidacy for the Ballon d’Or.

Bellingham has experienced significant growth since joining Real Madrid and helping them win the La Liga title.

His journey began at Birmingham City’s St Andrew’s, where he debuted as a promising sixteen-year-old. In 2020, he turned down a major offer from Manchester United, a decision that has proven wise. Despite a persuasive pitch that reportedly displeased Sir Alex Ferguson, Bellingham chose Real Madrid.

Bellingham’s talent was evident from his early days at Birmingham City, attracting attention from top European clubs. Manchester United was a leading contender for his signature.

Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made significant efforts to woo Bellingham, enlisting the help of club legends. According to The Athletic, Solskjaer arranged a meeting with Sir Alex Ferguson and Bellingham’s family at Carrington. However, football director John Murtough interrupted the discussion to give Bellingham a tour, which reportedly frustrated Ferguson.

Recalling that crucial meeting, Solskjaer told Stick to Football: “Jude was in the building with me, Sir Alex Ferguson, Bryan Robson, and Eric Cantona. We did everything to promote the club and had a meaningful talk. But Jude, even at seventeen, was incredibly mature and had a clear vision for his future.”

Despite Manchester United’s efforts, Bellingham chose a different route, one that has seen him excel at Real Madrid. As he prepares for one of the most significant matches of his career at Wembley, Manchester United can only speculate on what could have been. Meanwhile, Bellingham stands poised on the brink of European success, ready to cement his place as one of football’s brightest stars.