Manchester City have completed the signing of Jeremy Monga from Leicester City.
The winger, who turns 17 on Friday, has signed a five-year contract until the summer of 2031 and will join for a fee of £10m plus add-ons. Sky Sports News understands
Monga is the third-youngest player to play in the Premier League and Leicester’s second-youngest, having made his top-flight debut against Newcastle United in April 2025 aged just 15 years and 271 days.
The England Under-19 international played 30 times in all competitions for Leicester in 2025/26, scoring one goal and providing two assists. In total he made 37 senior appearances for the Foxes, including seven in the Premier League.
“When I found out Manchester City were interested, I immediately knew it was the right choice for me,” Monga told City’s website.
The England Under-19 international made 30 appearances for Leicester in all competitions in 2025/26.
“For any young footballer, it’s a dream to be part of this great club. It’s been the best club in England for the last 10 years. And they’ve also provided opportunities to academy players like Phil Foden and Nico O’Reilly, which shows there’s a way forward.
“It’s an honour to be here, and I’m delighted to be a part of it.”
Monga becomes the third English player to join new head coach Enzo Maresca’s squad this summer following the goalkeeper’s arrival. Pierce Charles and a £116m record signing, Elliot Anderson.
‘We think he will only continue to improve.’
Meanwhile, City director of football Hugo Viana added: “Jeremy is an exciting player who has already made great strides in his young career.
We were already very aware of him as a club and have seen his potential firsthand since his time at Leicester. At 17, we think he is only going to improve and this is the right next step in his career.
“We look forward to supporting him every step of the way on his journey.”
5 Youngest Premier League Players
- Ethan Nwaneri (Arsenal) – 15 years, 181 days old
- Max Domin (Arsenal) – 15 years, 235 days old
- Jeremy Monga (Leicester City) – 15 years, 271 days
- Harvey Elliott (Fulham) – Aged 16 years, 30 days
- Matthew Briggs (Fulham) – Aged 16 years, 68 days
He was wanted by Arsenal but is now at Man City – just how good is he?
He turns 17 this summer but has already been part of a transfer saga involving two of England’s best clubs.
Jeremy Monga: They looked ready to go. weapons. He was keen to join after talks with the Gunners.
But such transfers reflect the fast-paced nature of the market. Manchester City, in the 11th hour, entered to sign him for £10m plus add-ons – a valuation Arsenal were unwilling to pay.
It’s a hefty fee for such a young man, but Monga’s potential is just as significant. Ever since he made his Premier League debut last year at the age of 15 years and 271 days, clubs have been watching him.
He was so young on his Premier League debut that he was not legally allowed to have Leicester’s front-of-the-shirt batting sponsor on his jersey.
Monga’s young age puts him in elite company. He is the third-youngest Premier League player of all time behind Arsenal duo Ethan Nwaneri and Max Domin. No wonder the Gunners were keen on him.
Even after a season with Leicester’s first team in the Championship, which ended in relegation, the best teams in the land have seen enough to recognise Monga’s talent.
