Manchester City has moved to secure 17-year-old talent Jeremy Monga from Leicester City in a deal worth £12.5 million. Although the agreement is not yet finalized, City appears to have successfully outpaced Arsenal, who were previously considered the frontrunners for the youngster’s signature. Brentford also expressed interest in the winger, but the relegated Foxes chose to accept City’s offer.
Monga’s transfer is notable given his age, though the fee aligns with past high-profile moves for teenagers like Archie Gray and Theo Walcott. The pursuit of the player accelerated under City manager Enzo Maresca, who previously coached him at Leicester. Mikel Arteta at Arsenal reportedly feels discouraged after his club lost out on the deal despite being close to securing the forward.
A versatile England youth international, Monga holds the distinction of being the third-youngest player to appear in the Premier League. He made 37 appearances for Leicester, debuting under Ruud van Nistelrooy in April 2025. Scouts and coaches, including Callum Powell, highlight his exceptional dribbling, agility, and composed mentality under pressure as key assets. While it remains unclear whether Monga will join the first team immediately or start in the academy, his potential has drawn significant praise from those familiar with his development.
