‘Good move!’, ‘Salford Silva for a reason’ – Man City fans react as James McAtee expected to stay despite interest from other clubs

Manchester City fans have been reacting to a post on Twitter which relays a report that claims James McAtee is now expected to stay at at the club next season despite interest from other clubs.

The 19-year-old is highly regarded by the Etihad club and was recently rewarded with a new three-year contract for his efforts at the club.

He was a star performer for City’s U23s and looked a cut above the rest at youth level. He managed 18 goals and seven assists in 23 Premier League 2 games while also impressing in the UEFA Youth League, though he only made six senior appearances.

His limited first-team game time has led to speculation over a possible loan exit, with a number of clubs in the Premier League and a number in the Championship are interested in signing the youngster.

McAtee was originally rumored to be going to Huddersfield Town but he’s now expected to stay at Manchester City.

According to Sam Lee of the Athletic, James McAtee is expected to stay at Manchester City next season despite interest from Premier League and Championship clubs.

The intention is to allow McAtee first-team exposure at Manchester City. The club share this intention with McAtee, with both City and the player in unison about their aspirations ahead of next season.

The report was shared on Twitter by City Xtra and it attracted plenty of attention from the club’s supporters.

“Perfect … him and palmer to ball out 👌.”
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“Good move that! Really like the guy.”
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“Don’t sell? We need him.”
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“Salford Silva for a reason.”
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“He needs to be used more frequently this season.”
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“McAtee is such a baller
I think he even got more potential than Foden
This guy should Never get sold.”
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“This kid is really really good. I don’t hype the kids of this generation but this one is really worth the hype..”
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“Both are such promising talents, stop conmparing them, and start enjoying what our academy is creating.”
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