Manchester City target move for 17-year-old wonderkid with 29 Championship appearances

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Published on 2024-02-13 09:00:00

Manchester City is reportedly interested in signing Leeds United’s breakout talent, Archie Gray, but they may face competition from Premier League rivals Liverpool and Newcastle United. This potential move would mark the second direct transfer between Manchester City and Leeds United in the past two seasons, following the exchange of Kalvin Phillips to Manchester City in 2022.

The transfer of Kalvin Phillips saw Manchester City sign the midfielder on a six-year contract with a reported initial fee of £42 million, potentially rising to £45 million with add-ons. Additionally, Leeds United’s emerging talent, Finley Gorman, agreed to a move to Manchester City in November for a British record fee for a 15-year-old.

Now, Manchester City is eyeing Archie Gray, a 17-year-old wonderkid from Leeds United. The club’s interest in Gray is shared with Liverpool and Newcastle United, who are also keeping a close eye on the young player.

This potential move comes as Manchester City recently secured the services of talented playmaker Claudio Echeverri from River Plate in Argentina. Manchester City’s place within the City Football Group allows them to develop talents from around the globe in various high-profile leagues, while being monitored by staff from within the City Football Academy.

According to reports, all three Premier League clubs, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Newcastle United, are closely monitoring Archie Gray, with interest in signing the teenager during the most recent January transfer window.

Manchester City’s continued interest in emerging talents from Leeds United demonstrates their commitment to developing and nurturing young players within their squad. If the move for Archie Gray were to come to fruition, it would further solidify the growing relationship between Manchester City and Leeds United in the transfer market.

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