Manchester United close to signing exciting midfielder from Man City
Manchester United is nearing a deal to sign 16-year-old midfielder David Eze from Manchester City's academy. The move is part of United's strategy to recruit young talent within the UK following Brexit-related restrictions on international transfers.
Why it matters
The transfer highlights the competitive nature of youth football recruitment and the impact of post-Brexit regulations on English clubs.
Manchester United are close to completing the signing of David Eze from Manchester City. Eze, 16, is set to leave City this summer, and United are hopeful of winning the race to sign him. It's understood that a pre-professional contract (outlining that he will sign with pro teams when he turns 17) will be included. The young midfielder has attracted interest from European clubs. Eze has a European passport because he was born in Dublin, which gives him options to move abroad.
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