Jobe Bellingham's emotional Sunderland transfer farewell with classy sign-off
JOBE Bellingham has said an emotional farewell to Sunderland, telling fans he will "love and remember them fondly" for the rest of his life.
Bellingham signs off his lengthy and emotional post on Instagram with the words 'Jobe, adopted Mackem'.
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The teenage midfielder will today complete his move to Borussia Dortmund after a deal was agreed between the clubs over the weekend.
Sunderland will receive a fee of €33, plus €5m in add-ons, with the agreement also containing a 15 per cent sell-on fee.
Black Cats sources say the add-ons are "realistic".
The move will bring to an end Bellingham's two-year stay on Wearside, with the midfielder's final game coming at Wembley when he helped the Black Cats win promotion to the Premier League.
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Ahead of his move to Dormund being confirmed, Bellingham has now taken to social media, writing on Instagram: "Dear Sunderland..
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"It's time for me to say farewell to all the loyal people of Sunderland, who have powered me through two incredible years in red and white.
"Your support, on so many occasions, has completely blown me away, especially in the times of adversity which we pulled through together.
"You welcomed me with open arms as a kid leaving home for the first time, and I am proud that our relationship has grown to be so strong ever since. Your support for the team and I since I arrived at your beloved football club was unwavering, and for that I am forever indebted to you as people and supporters.
"I will always represent Wearside in all that I strive to achieve for the rest of my career, wherever that may be.
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"I hope that I have made you proud along the way, and in return you have made me the player that has reached the heights I find myself at today. So thank you.
"I will love and remember you fondly for the rest of my life, from the bottom of my heart.
"I tried to embody the passion you have for the city on the football pitch and I'm so incredibly delighted our journey came to an end with a victory at Wembley to restore the club in its rightful place.
"To the staff, players and most importantly the supporters thank you so much and good luck for the future.
"Jobe, adopted Mackem."
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