JOBE BELLINGHAM JOINS JUDE IN ENGLAND SQUAD TO BECOME 22ND SET OF BROTHERS IN THREE LIONS HISTORY

 

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Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham has earned his first senior England call-up for November's UEFA Nations League ties against Croatia and Spain. The 21-year-old joins older brother Jude Bellingham, placing the duo on the brink of joining an exclusive list of Three Lions siblings.

Jobe Bellingham joins Jude in Tuchel's squad

Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham has been called up to the England senior national team for the first time by head coach Thomas Tuchel. The 21-year-old forms part of the 25-man squad selected for upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures against Croatia and Spain.

Jobe, who previously captained England's Under-21 side, joins his older brother Jude Bellingham in the senior setup.

Should Jobe make his debut, the Bellinghams will become the 22nd set of brothers to earn senior caps for the Three Lions.

Recent England brothers: Chalobah, Neville, and Charlton

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Before the Bellinghams, defenders Trevoh and Nathaniel Chalobah became the 21st set of brothers to play for England when Trevoh debuted against Senegal in June 2025. Nathaniel earned his single cap in 2018 during a 3-2 Nations League win over Spain.

Prior to the Chalobah duo, Gary and Phil Neville were the last brothers to feature together. Phil debuted in 1996 to join Gary, with the pair representing England side-by-side until 2007.

Further back, World Cup winners Bobby and Jack Charlton made their debuts in 1958 and 1965 respectively, anchoring England's iconic 1966 triumph.

Complete list of Three Lions brotherly duos

The historical roll of honour features 22 sets of siblings who have represented the England men's senior team:

• 19th Century & Early Pioneers: Charlie & William Clegg; William & Herbert Rawson; Hubert & Frank Heron; Alfred & Ed Lyttelton; Ernest, Charlie & Arthur Bambridge (the only trio); Arthur & Harry Cursham; Fred & Jack Hargreaves; Arthur & Percy Walters; Alf & Charley Dobson; Charlie & Alf Shelton; Robert & Arthur Topham; Charlie & Tom Perry; Frank & Fred Forman; Charles & Geoffrey Wilson; Bertie & Rex Corbett.

• 20th Century: Frank & Reg Osbourne; Clem & George Stephenson; Jack & Sep Smith; Bobby & Jack Charlton (1958–70); Gary & Phil Neville (1995–2007).

• Modern Era: Nathaniel & Trevoh Chalobah (2018, 2025); Jude & Jobe Bellingham (2020, 2026).

Slide 4: Three Lions set sights on Nations League goals

England host Croatia at Wembley on Thursday, 12 November, before travelling to face Spain at the Metropolitano Stadium on Sunday, 15 November.

Sitting second in Group C, avoiding defeat against Croatia will secure England's spot in next March's Nations League quarter-finals.

Tuchel's squad gather early next week as Jobe and Jude prepare to write the latest chapter in English football's sibling history.

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CHELSEA RECALL CRYSTAL PALACE DEFENDER FROM LOAN AS FORMER IPSWICH STAR RETURNS TO STAMFORD BRIDGE

One of Crystal Palace’s defenders is packing his bags and returning home - after his parent club have recalled him from loan.

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Chelsea have activated a clause in the contract of Trevoh Chalobah, bringing him back to Stamford Bridge halfway through his loan spell with Crystal Palace.

It comes amid a difficult defensive spell for the Blues, having conceded twice to Bournemouth in a 2-2 last night (January 14) and previously conceding to Fulham, Ipswich Town and Crystal Palace in consecutive Premier League matches. This has been compounded by a defensive injury crisis that has forced the hand of manager Enzo Maresca.

Wesley Fofana has suffered a setback on his hamstring injury, and could be ruled out until the end of the season. Meanwhile, Benoit Badiashile is sidelined and Alex Disasi is being linked with a move away from the club.

- David George

DORTMUND KEEN ON PERMANENT DEAL FOR IAN MAATSEN - SOURCES

Ian Maatsen played the full 90 minutes of Borussia Dortmund's Champions League final defeat to Real Madrid. Mustafa Yalcin/Anadolu via Getty Images

 Borussia Dortmund want to sign Ian Maatsen on a permanent basis but are reluctant to meet Chelsea's £35 million ($44.7m) valuation, sources have told ESPN.

The 22-year-old joined Dortmund on loan in January and became a key member of Edin Terzic's team, playing every minute of their seven Champions League knockout matches which culminated in last weekend's final defeat to Real Madrid at Wembley.

Prior to that game, Maatsen publicly admitted his future was uncertain and sources have told ESPN that Dortmund are keen to extend his stay in Germany after the full-back made 24 appearances across all competitions, scoring three goals.

Chelsea are looking to recoup money through outgoing transfers to maintain compliance with the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules and are willing to allow a number of fringe players to leave the club including Maatsen, Romelu Lukaku and Trevoh Chalobah.

However, sources have told ESPN that Chelsea's hopes of securing a lucrative deal for Maatsen's transfer is considered a stumbling block with Dortmund believed to be readying an opening offer considerably lower than that figure. One source suggested their initial offer would likely be between £20m to £25m.

Any deal that Chelsea want to form part of their 2023-24 accounting year must be completed by June 30 and Dortmund are hopeful that theoretical deadline could help them negotiate a lower transfer fee.

- James Olley, Senior Writer, ESPN FC

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