Arsenal are increasingly confident of signing Leicester City’s 16-year-old winger Jeremy Monga, despite interest from Manchester United and Manchester City, according to TEAMtalk. The highly-rated prospect is expected to depart the King Power Stadium following Leicester’s relegation to League One.
Monga is yet to sign a professional contract with Leicester, and with his 17th birthday approaching in July, several top clubs have made approaches. While Manchester United and Manchester City remain in contention, Arsenal are believed to be in a strong position due to their clear pathway for young players and recent success in integrating academy talent into the first team.
Monga made his Premier League debut during the 2024/25 season and has quickly garnered attention from scouts across Europe for his pace, technical skill, and ability in one-on-one situations. Despite Leicester’s struggles, his performances have consistently impressed observers.
Chelsea, Tottenham, and Newcastle United have also submitted offers, and there was interest from abroad, with Borussia Dortmund, RB Leipzig, and Real Madrid all monitoring his development. However, sources suggest Monga is likely to remain in England. Leicester are attempting to persuade him to remain and sign a professional contract once eligible, but the expectation is that he will continue his development elsewhere.
Landing Monga would be a significant coup for Arsenal, demonstrating their commitment to securing top young English talent and strengthening their long-term recruitment strategy. The move would add another promising player to a club already known for developing youth prospects.
