Gilberto Mora wanted by Europe's biggest clubs after Mexico's World Cup exit

Bellingham sends Mexico out

Mexico's World Cup ended in the round of 16. England won 2–0, and Jude Bellingham scored both goals (2) (3). A match that drew 9.1 million peak viewers in Britain, a record for a World Cup broadcast there. Harry Kane conceded a penalty for a high challenge on Brian Gutiérrez, though no booking was given despite television replays suggesting otherwise. The young squad fought, but Bellingham took over and there was no answer.

Europe's biggest clubs circling Gilberto Mora

Gilberto Mora will have his pick of Europe when he turns 18. Liverpool, Real Madrid, Barcelona, Manchester City, Chelsea, PSG, and Bayern Munich are all watching the 17-year-old Tijuana midfielder (1). Pete O'Rourke put it plainly: "It won't just be Liverpool who are interested in Mora. You've probably got all of Europe's big guns who would be interested in the Mexican prodigy" (1). Liverpool have registered their interest and are keeping tabs, but the rules mean any move must wait until he hits 18 (1). His release clause sits at roughly £18.7 million.

Fan reactions

The conversation among Mexico supporters has already shifted to the bigger picture. One Reddit thread asked who will be the first nation outside Europe and South America to win a World Cup, and Mexico's name came up repeatedly in the discussion. The optimism around this young squad, even after the England exit, is real. Join the debate.