Former Watford captain Troy Deeney believes Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham will snub Premier League clubs for Real Madrid.

The 19 year old England international is attracting interest from Premier League clubs like Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea.

Real Madrid are also keen on signing the Borussia Dortmund midfielder as a long-term replacement for 37 year old Luka Modric.

Deeney told The Sun: “When Jude’s No 22 was retired after he left Birmingham for Borussia Dortmund, the club was a laughing stock, but now look.

“Everyone is going: ‘This guy is unbelievable.’

“I already think he is a superstar. I wouldn’t be surprised if he was the face of the FIFA game next year and I think he will be England captain in three to four years’ time.

“And when he is at the World Cup in Qatar, and all the eyes are on him, he is only going to play better.

“There is just something different in the way he carries himself.

“He demands the best but can do it with a smile.

“He will be getting linked with massive clubs now.

“His family are very methodical, so they will sit down and think about the pros and cons for each move but Jude will have his mind made up already.

“He doesn’t have the mindset of wanting to sit and have a few more years development but I don’t see Liverpool as the move.

“I can see why he would play there and why it would work but I have just a feeling that Spanish football will suit him. If Real Madrid come in, I can’t see him turning that down.”