Man United & Man City target move for Leicester’s Jeremy Monga

Manchester United and Manchester City are preparing for an intense transfer battle over Leicester City’s 16-year-old Jeremy Monga, according to football Insider.

The young winger has quickly become one of the most talked about talents in English football, attracting the attention of two of the Premier League’s biggest clubs after breaking records and impressing with his maturity beyond his years.

Mo’unga made history last season when he became the second-youngest player ever to appear in the Premier League, making his debut aged just 15 years and 271 days during Leicester City’s 3-0 defeat to Newcastle in April.

Despite the result, his appearance showed his confidence, technical ability and fearless approach.
Mo’unga has already notched one goal and one assist in 12 matches this season.

Manchester United and Man City target Jeremy Monga

Scouts from top English and European clubs have been closely monitoring his progress, but it is the two Manchester giants who are leading the race.

Manchester United are keen to bring Monga to Old Trafford as part of their renewed focus on recruiting elite young talent.

Under the supervision of Ruben Amorim, United have rebuilt their youth development structure, with Monga seen as a potential long-term successor to the club’s players.

Man City, on the other hand, have been long-time admirers of the teenager. City tried to secure Monga’s signature earlier this year, but Leicester resisted, determined to retain their prized academy talent.

However, with the youngster yet to sign his first professional contract, City are said to be prepared to take the matter to the Compensation Tribunal, which could allow them to complete the deal before his 17th birthday.

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Leicester City have no desire to sell the young winger

Leicester City, desperate to keep hold of him, are still hoping to convince the youngster to commit his future to the King Power Stadium by offering him a lucrative first professional deal and a clear path to the first team.

Leicester fans will be hoping their teenage prodigy chooses to continue his development where it all began, even as the bright lights of Manchester appear.

Youth football expert Jacek Kulig described Monga as an “unpredictable” player.

Manchester United are stepping up their search for a £60million star to light up the Premier League this season