Youngster future secured by CFG in Brazil – Manchester City watching next steps

Manchester City is at the centre of the story involving Ruan Pablo, as Brazilian side Bahia take further steps to protect one of the City Football Group’s key young assets.

According to Globo Esporte, the Brazilian club have renewed the forward’s contract until the end of 2030 after blocking an attempt from another domestic side to sign him.

Rather than entering talks, Bahia chose to strengthen their position. The decision fits the wider strategy inside the City Football Group, where Bahia act as a development platform for elite prospects. The focus stays on long-term planning, not short-term domestic deals.

Ruan Pablo, still only 17, remains firmly on Manchester City’s radar. Club staff continue to monitor his progress…