Premier League: Manchester City surprises with 15 million euro move for young talent Jeremy Monga

Manchester City has made a significant move to invest in its future, securing the signing of highly-rated 17-year-old winger Jeremy Monga from Leicester City for a reported fee of around 15 million euros. This transfer has caused a stir in English football, as City managed to outbid Arsenal for the young talent.

Monga was a key target for Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta, but Manchester City, under Enzo Maresca, acted decisively to complete the transfer. The player is widely regarded as one of the most promising talents of his generation. He has been with Leicester since the age of eight and primarily plays as a winger, capable of operating on either flank. He has also represented England at various youth levels, up to the U19 team.

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When I learned that Manchester City was interested, I knew immediately that this was the right choice for me. For any young footballer, becoming a member of this amazing club is a dream come true.

In his first statements as a Manchester City player, the 17-year-old expressed his enthusiasm: "When I learned that Manchester City was interested, I knew immediately that this was the right choice for me. For any young footballer, becoming a member of this amazing club is a dream come true." He added, "This has been the best club in England for the last 10 years. It has also given opportunities to players from the academy like Phil Foden and Nico O'Riley, which shows the pathway is there. It is a privilege to be here and I am happy to have joined."

Monga has already made history in his young career. In April 2025, at just 15 years and 271 days old, he became the second-youngest player to debut in the Premier League. A few months later, at 16 years and 34 days, he became the youngest player to start a match for Leicester. He further cemented his record-breaking status by becoming the youngest scorer in Championship history with a goal against Preston, surpassing Jude Bellingham's previous record.

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This has been the best club in England for the last 10 years. It has also given opportunities to players from the academy like Phil Foden and Nico O'Riley, which shows the pathway is there. It is a privilege to be here and I am happy to have joined.