Manchester City's interest in Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham is concerning one European giant

Real Madrid are concerned over interest from Manchester City for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham, according to new information.

It is no secret that the Borussia Dortmund and England midfielder is one of the world's most sought after players, despite only being 19 years of age.

The feeling in various quarters is that Bellingham is currently commanding interest from all of Liverpool, Real Madrid, Manchester City and other Premier League clubs, with any fee expected to exceed the £100 million mark, should a move happen next summer.

Real Madrid are expected to position an offer for the teenage sensation, providing an excellent opportunity to become not only one of the best players in the world, but also win trophies with the La Liga side.

Those aiding Jude Bellingham in making the smartest decision state that there is perhaps no better sales pitch to the youngster.

The England international is understood not to care about where he can earn the biggest pay cheque, but instead where he can win the most trophies and reach his full potential.

Bellingham has made this clear in recent months, confidently stating, “I want to win way more, and I want to continue to push the boundaries of my own talent and potential."

Real Madrid’s push for Jude Bellingham has largely already begun, with Casemiro leaving for Manchester United and both Luca Modric and Toni Kroos moving into their late 30s.

Players such as Eduardo Camavinga, Aurelian Tchouameni and Federico Valverde provide youth for the La Liga giants, but the club's hierarchy see the former Birmingham City man as the final piece of a complex puzzle.

However, while Real Madrid have a very compelling argument as to why they should be considered firm favourites for the player, there is not the same level of confidence within the club itself, according to a new report.

As per Sky Sports' Melissa Reddy, Los Blancos officials perceive Manchester City as their biggest threat in completing a deal for the highly-rated central midfielder.

However, the financial power of the Premier League champions is reportedly not what worries Madrid officials.

It is highlighted - despite being common knowledge among Etihad supporters - that Manchester City are an incredibly well structured and well run club, with good stability across the board that is not always associated with Real Madrid.

Manchester City's Etihad Stadium.

Pep Guardiola has long been an admirer of Jude Bellingham, commenting two years ago, “He’s so good for 17, he’s a fantastic player.

"There was one moment when he didn’t get a ball from central defenders, how he shouts and demands that ball to him at 17 means a lot. I spoke with his manager, Edin Terzic, and he told me what you see in these two games is like every training session.”

With Ilkay Gundogan’s contract expiring at the end of the ongoing season, and Bernardo Silva's entourage continuing to explore other options away the Etihad Stadium, Jude Bellingham would certainly be a great signing to refill such positions.

Pep Guardiola has expressed the importance of evolution at the club, in order to keep Manchester City at the top of their game.

City may also already have a secret weapon in the battle to attract the 19-year-old to the Etihad Stadium.

The signings of Erling Haaland and Manuel Akanji in the summer could persuade Bellingham to join the Premier League champions ahead of other suitors, with the Norwegian and the Dortmund midfielder showing great chemistry on and off the pitch during their time together in Germany.