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Jeremy Monga Chooses Manchester City Over Arsenal and Makes First Minutes in Preseason

The 17-year-old said City’s pathway and winning record decided his move and he will be eased into first-team action as part of his development.

Overview

  • Monga completed a summer transfer from Leicester City to Manchester City and publicly described the switch as a “no-brainer” after talks with both clubs.
  • Reports differ on the fee with some outlets citing about £10 million and others reporting roughly £12.5 million for the move.
  • Monga told BBC Sport that City’s clear pathway to senior football and recent success were the main reasons he chose the Etihad over Arsenal.
  • He played substitute minutes in Manchester City’s 3-1 friendly win over a K‑League All‑Stars side, and during that appearance on Wednesday he had a close-range effort disallowed for handball.
  • Monga arrives as a highly rated youth prospect who made early senior debuts at Leicester and honed his skills in Coventry ‘cage football’; City plan to use him sparingly this season, mainly off the bench or in cup games while his development is managed.